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Piri's Art Gallery


			

			

				

					CD cover for Sounds of the Streets
						
"Sounds of

						the Streets"

						by Piri Thomas

						Cheverote Productions

						Berkeley, CA

						1994 

					In this CD, Piri Thomas has recorded this masterly reading of his poetry to the beat of Latino salsa/jazz and gospel music. For many years a member of the poetry community, Piri's talent at reading poetry has inspired and touched those who came in contact with him at his many public performances. Now, for the first time, Piri's talent is available on this CD.

						

						

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					CD cover for No Mo Barrio Blues
						
"No Mo'

						Barrio Blues"

						by Piri Thomas

						Cheverote Productions

						Berkeley, CA

						1996 

					Piri has recorded this extraordinary reading of his poetry to the beat of original Latin jazz, rhythm and blues, and Caribbean music. For Piri, the voice is another musical instrument, and his skillful use of it falls somewhere between singing and storytelling. With bursts of staccato punctuating his flowing words he can lead you through his world of the streets so that you see the sights, hear the sounds and feel the feelings right along with him.

						

						

						{Click here to go to a page where you can download and hear audio samples from this CD.}
						
{Click here for ordering information.}