Shelly Berg's Alegria has been universally celebrated for its dynamic fusion of jazz and Latin rhythms. JazzTimes praises the album as a "joyous and infectious celebration of rhythm and melody," while DownBeat highlights Berg's "exhilarating mix" of influences and "passionate performances." All About Jazz commends Berg for navigating jazz and Latin music with "masterful ease," and The Jazz Review notes the album's "delightful fusion of rhythms and styles." Keyboard Magazine adds that Alegria is a "testament to his brilliance" as both a pianist and composer. This critically acclaimed album is a vibrant showcase of Berg's exceptional artistry and a must-listen for fans of all genres.

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The ArtistShare Project Experience for 'Alegria' includes:

"Historias de Alegria" 4 episode video series of Shelly discussing and demonstrating the music that has moved him the most

Extensive rehearsal footage video of the trio working on the music from Alegria

Interviews with Dafnis Prieto and Carlitos del Puerto

Photo galleries of the trio in action

CD quality WAV file download of the Alegria recording