In addition to his work as bongocero for Conjunto 23, Scott MacDonald lives a double-life as an avant-garde drummer, performing with such noted Philadelphia ensembles as Tintinabulus, The Edge City Collective, and Matt Davis’ Aerial Photograph. Most recently, he has sold his soul to The Satans, an original rock project led by former Tintinabulus bassist John Thomas. Scott also holds a Masters’ Degree in Music Therapy from Temple University. He works as a music therapist at Albert Einstein Hospital in Philadelphia.
New Tracks from the Sextet
Maria Teresa - an original arrangement of an obscure son from the 1920’s, this track has fast become one of the favorites in the Conjunto 23 repertoire. The lyrics and rough melodic structure come from Sexteto Boloña’s “A La Cuata Co y Co,” among the first sones to be recorded. This version features the new formation of Conjunto 23, with Orlando Fiol on vocals and congas, and Tim Thompson on trumpet.
The Debut Album
...vibrant...authentic...makes you feel like you're sitting in an empty bar in Havana
- Philadelphia Weekly