Cuba mourns the death of the great drummer, Tata Guines

The transcript highlights the life and legacy of a legendary Cuban percussionist, known as the king of the Congo. He gained fame in the 1950s, collaborated with jazz legends in New York, and returned to Cuba after Fidel Castro's rise to power. Celebrated for his creativity and innovation, he won three Grammy Awards and left a lasting impact on Cuban music. His unique style and contributions are fondly remembered, though it's acknowledged that such musicians are rare today.

What nickname was given to the musician during the 1950s?

• The Lord of Latin Music

• The Prince of Jazz

• The King of the Congo

• The Duke of Drums

Which famous jazz musicians did the artist collaborate with in New York?

• Dizzy Gillespie and Miles Davis

• Charlie Parker and John Coltrane

• Louis Armstrong and Duke Ellington

• Thelonious Monk and Charles Mingus

After returning to Cuba, what significant event did the musician witness?

• Fidel Castro's rise to power

• The fall of the Berlin Wall

• The Cuban Missile Crisis

• The end of World War II

How many Grammy Awards did the musician win for his contributions to music?

• Three

• One

• Two

• Four

What is the lasting impact of the musician on Cuban drumming?

• It evolved significantly

• It became less popular

• It remained unchanged

• It was forgotten