Even before receiving the NS OMNI5 Bass, Yorgis was immediately attracted to its “small size” and portability at our NAMM trade show in Anneheim, CA in January.  Wanting a bass he could carry on a plane, the NS OMNI Bass fit Yorgis perfectly, replacing his upright double bass and still giving him the “upright” sound for the large Latin music bands he plays with.

Originally from Matanzas, Cuba, Yorgis’s musical path has led him all over the world backing up Award winning Latin and Cuban music singers and bands.   With burgeoning careers in Cuba and Costa Rica, he moved to Miami, FL, where he and his studio are currently based.  He performs with prestigious groups Rey Ruiz, Luis Enrique, Isaac Delgado and Luis Boffil.  Yorgis also joined Grammy Award winner Albita Rodriguez on her live CD, Lena, as her was pianist and composer.

Yorgis is recording and arranging for Robert Vilera’s new CD, and will be touring this summer with Luis Enrique in Italy, Puerto Rico, Canada and Curacao.

Yorgis’s newest solo release “Elegance” highlights his true mastery of Cuban and Latin music.  Arranging original compositions and favorites, Yorgis truly shines as a bassist, tackling trio settings to 16 piece large ensembles, “Elegance” is a must listen for Latin music fans.  If you are in the Miami area, there is a CD Release Party for “Elegance” Thursday, July 22 at 9pm at the PLACE in Miami (833 SW 29 Ave).  Some of Miami’s finest players will be joining Yorgis perfoming pieces from the “Elegance”.

Check out more of Yorgis Goiricelaya at http://yorgismusic.com/live/ and be sure to  view the video documentary “Making of Elegance”, a beautiful and moving montage into Yorgis’s musical life.

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