New York and the international sound of Latin music, 1940-1990

Introduction

Latin music education in New York

Strings and skins : Latin music instrument makers in New York

Sonny Bravo, Tipica 73, and the New York sound

"This guy does not look Latin," the Panamanian connection : Race, ethnicity, and musical identity in New York

Puerto Rican engagement with jazz and its effects on Latin music

"Where's Barry?" : Another look at Jews and Latin music in New York

"Invasión del 80/¡Yo vine del Mariel! : the musical impact of the Mariel boatlift"

Conclusion.