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When he was about nine years old, Anthony's family returned to Puerto Rico. It was then that his father asked David Ortiz "La Mole," who was considered one of the best Rumberos in Puerto Rico, to teach his son the techniques and patterns of the Rumba, at the age of 13, Anthony was already part of the well Known National folkloric group Areyto, directed by Mrs. Irene Mcleane.
During the Early Eighties, anthony became a member of the famous folkloric group, La familia Cepeda, the formost exponents and keepers of the traditional styles "Bomba" and "Plena." After that, he became a member of Batacumbele along with Ruben "Cachete" Maldonado, Giovanni Hidalgo, Eddie "Gua Gua" Rivera and Papo Vazquez. From there on, Anthony has performed with artists such as Andres Jimenez, Paul Simon, Harry Belafonte, Kip Hanrahan, Eddie Palmeri, Descarga Boricua, Angel Olmos, Alex Acuna and Papo Vazquez Pirates Troubadours, just mention a few.
What you should know
Name:
Anthony Carrillo
Occupation:
Musician
FAVORITE MOVIE
Godfather I & II
Favorite Subjects:
Nature
FAVORITE BOOK
Bible
Favorite Vacation Spot:
Puerto Rico
Personal Motto:
Don’t ever turn your back on whatever you’ve committed your life to.
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