Fresh off his debut release titled Latin ‘Jazz Sessions’, Ron Rieder is heating things up with the new album ‘Día Precioso!’. If you enjoy danceable rhythms and fun energy, then you will love the new record! ‘Día Precioso!’ includes rich music that ranges from sambas and mambos to tango and Afro-Cuban jazz. Ron Rieder will rejuvenate your soul with ‘Día Precioso’!
All eight compositions on the new record are written by Ron Rieder along with arranging two tracks. Ricardo Monzon handled musical arrangements for this album and was released on May 15, 2025. Ron Rieder brought in a talented lineup of musicians from the Boston area to help bring ‘Día Precioso’ to life. The album features: Fernando Brandao on Flute, Queralt Girant on Cello (8), David Harris on Trombone, Greg Hopkins on Trumpet (2,7), Fernando Huergo on Bass, Alain Mallet on Piano, Ricardo Monzon on Percussion, Yaure Muniz on Trumpet (1,3,4,5,6), Claudio Ragazzi on Guitar (7, 8), Alex Roitman on Bandoneon (8), Mike Tucker on Tenor Saxophone and Mark Walker on Drums. Ron Rieder has created original material that will delight audiences everywhere!
Right from the start, Ron and his team of skilled instrumentalists welcome you to Flavor Town on “Blue Skies”. An infectious groove instantly hits your ears on “Blue Skies” as this song will sail its way into your memory bank. Get ready for a classy touch mixed with an easy breezy flow on “Beautiful Day” as smooth solos fill the room. It’s time to get up and dance to “I Fell Into a Meme” where a fun-filled atmosphere paves the way for one high energy set. A colorful melody can be heard on the following number, “Dizzy Hechizo” where each player appears to be locked in and laser focused. Ron Rieder invites us all to celebrate good times & good tunes on “Birthday Song” where a musical party is being held. Track six, “Danca Festiva”, is a festival of vibrant sounds surrounding you where the listener will be inclined to move, shake or shimmy in some form or fashion. Next, just let loose and enjoy this “Funday” that will leave you feeling really good. Ron Rieder & company are going out on an elegant note on the closer, “Valver a Amar” where a cheery spirit is also detected.
This new album is shining bright and Ron Rieder and his team should be very proud of their efforts on this project. ‘Día Precioso!’ will make you smile and you will feel it in your bones with each passing beat & note. Ron Rieder delivers the goods with ‘Día Precioso!’, so brace yourself for a steady flow of enjoyment!
https://ronriedermusic.com
Bandcamp Link: https://ronrieder.bandcamp.com/album/dia-precioso-2
YouTube Video – https://youtu.be/fNg4-kjIzHw
By Jimmy Rae