Tony Padilla Latin Percussionist

Tony has performed for over twenty years and has established an impressive resume. He has performed with such artist as Paquito De Rivera, Steve Gadd, Arturo Sandoval, Rafael Dejesus, Jay Lozada, Jerry Gonzalez, Wilfredo Reyes Sr, Tom Toyama, Rich Thompson, Lou Gramm, The Maelstrom Percussion Ensemble and The Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra. He has recorded with numerous musicians and can be seen throughout the Upstate New York area with his current groups Latin Vibes, Tumbao, and Caliente. He also performs with a variety of local groups such as SalSabor, Cachao, Flor de Luna, Alla Turca, Pangaia, Bill Welch, Bill Tiberio, Bob Sneider, and many others. Tony has also done a large array of Studio Sessions and commercial work. Mr. Padilla has done extensive workshops throughout United States including The Eastman School Of Music, The New York State Music Association, The Percussive Arts Society, and a variety of Colleges, High School and Elementary facilities.

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