About Willie Ruiz/ CEO of Grand Slam Productions As a Trumpet player and Vocalist, Willie is also a percussionist and Keyboard musician. He is a formidable music composer and arranger for commercial music, Television and film. Also a Pro Tools user, engineering, mixing, and mastering are part of his complete package. Although his current commitments are many, he still finds time to help up and coming vocalist and musicians obtain their goals. In the early 1980’s Willie furthered his music education at Kingsborough Community College and later obtained his B.A. from Lehman College. During this time, he began playing professionally with local New York Salsa Bands at the time such as Ray Baretto, Adalberto Santiago, Larry Harlow, Rafael De Jesus, Conjunto Classico, Fasinación, and Tito Allen to name a few. During this time, he reentered Lehman College and achieved his M.A.T. in Music Education. Willie continues working as a freelance musician and currently works as a music producer and arranger for commercial music. Many local bands he has written for the pass two decades perform many of his arrangements. Willie Ruiz in addition got the honor to perform with American Classic and Modern Jazz artist such as Tony Bennett, Barry Manilow, Slide Hamton, Lionel Hampton and Clark Terry. Although he has the knowledge to perform all types of music, he dedicates his life work to his native music. His goal is to keep the quality of music alive. Here are bands and artist he performed with in the 80’s. Orquesta Taibori, Rafael De Jesus, Conjunto Classico, Fasinación, Ray Baretto, Ciela Cruz, Hector Lavoe, Larry Harlow, Luis “Perico” Ortiz, Adlaberto Santiago, Tito Allen, Nester Sanchez, Tipica 88, Los Rodriguez, Hector Casanova, Etc…. The 90’s & Current, Ray Sepulveda, Johnny Rivera, Tito Nieves, Ray Ruiz, Micheal Stuart, Cheo Feliziano, Hector Trichoche, Frankie Negrón, Luis Damón, Miosotis, Brenda “K” Star, Los Hermanos Moreno, Los hermanos Colon, Van Lester, “Yanko”, Janet Sol. Los Soneros Del Barrio, Spanish Harlem Orquestra, Tito allen, Gilberto Stanta Rosa, Victor manuel, Luis Enrique, Carlie Cruz, Etc…… Album Credit as a Musician and Music Arranger. 1) Ray Sepulveda - “Con Sabor” 2) Johnny Rivera - “ Un Estilo Propio” 3) Santiago Ceron - “Homenaje Al Gallero Palmasola” 4) Los Hermanos Colon - “Natural” 5) Orquesta Yarey Con Chamy Solano - “Ponme A Gozar” 6) Miosotis - “Ardiente” 7) Raffy Diaz - “Un Chico Romantico” 8) Rikoson All Star - “Evolucio..nes Del Son” 9) Billy De Marco - “Ocurrio Asi” 10) Emo Luciano 11) Los Hermanos Moreno - “Together” 12) Madera Fina 13) Julian Rizo Y Su Conjunto Barroco 14) Huber Angel - “ Gozame Ahora 15) Charlie Lopez - “ De Nuevo” 16) Luis Ogando - “ Que Te Olvide No” 17) Cathy Acevedo - “Soy Sonera” 18) Ernie Acevedo - “Encuentro Especial” 19) Johnny Polanco Y su Conjunto Amistad - “ L.A. Amistad 20) Son Cafe.. - “Bailando Con Azucar” 21) Frankie Morales - “ Mambo of the Times” 22) Grupo Imagen - “Entrando Al Milenio” 23) Ernie Acevedo Y Grupo Imagen - “Contra La Fuerza” 24) Conjunto Imagen - “Ayer, Hoy Y Manana” AND MANY MANY OTHER PROJECTS JUST TO NAME A FEW! Currently finished a Latin Jazz production with Japanese Vocalist Mari Koga. CD Project Tilte “Perfect Blue”. Produced another Japanese Vocalist "YOKO" "La Japonesa Salsera" a Japanese Salsa singer who stands to be a sensational artist. Willie also arranged and Co.Produced In Chino Nunez & Friends Volume 1 and 2. knowing Chino Nunez for years, is why they collaborate together in so many projects! Produced a Salsa Christian project, LUIS ACOSTA Title, "Te Lo Digo Cantando" and many others just to name a few.
Operating as usual
Grand Slam Productions Presents "KIYONA".
Here is the Japanese version of "Memory Of Time"!
Both versions are so beautiful. Enjoy!
今回は、『ぼくの地球を守って』と言うアニメのエンディングテーマ曲『時の記憶』をカバーしました。 ➡️この曲の英語バージョンのビデオも作ったので、是非ご覧下さい。💎 https://youtu.be/HNjVXxcMcpU また、この『時の記....
Grand Slam Productions Presents "KIYONA".
Something different. Check out the video and press the like button, leave a comment and subscribe.
Support music and the artist's folks. Very important especially now during these challenging times.
God Bless you All!
"Memory Of Time" -時の記憶- is the song of my favourite Japanese anime called “Please Save My Earth” -ぼくの地球を守って-. I also created an English version of this song ...
Working with Kiyona Y Musica y Musica in her project to be released soon.
Great session with Michi Fuji. Recording Violins for Kiyona Y Musica Y Musica.
New Grand Slam Productions logo by Vivian Visual Productions
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My privilege to introduce a new project coming out soon from my friend and music colleague Angel Rios! “Mi Vida”.
My artist Kiyona has been studying Spanish for the past several months. Now check out her acting on these clips in Spanish. Also, while you’re there, listen to her single track “Contigo En La Distancia” My music Production, Also available for download on all platforms.
Want to learn 3 frequently used Spanish phrases? While studying Spanish for several months now, I have acknowledged three common phrases that are used in con...
Ya Para Que
Provided to YouTube by The state51 Conspiracy Ya Para Que · Frankie Morales Mambo Of The Times ℗ 2007 Cobo Music Inc. Released on: 2003-04-14 Auto-generated ...
Mensajero Del Amor
Provided to YouTube by The state51 Conspiracy Mensajero Del Amor · Frankie Morales Mambo Of The Times ℗ 2007 Cobo Music Inc. Released on: 2003-04-14 Auto-gen...
Hello my people, hoping everyone is well.
I was invited to take part on this video production by my long time music colleague, Salsa vocalist Johnny Rivera.
This music presentation is to create awareness of our current situation that we are living in.
This tune was created by Johnny Rivera’s nephew, Manuel A. Santiago and sung by
Johnny Rivera.
This is a positive message here within the crises we are experiencing.
To acknowledge that we are all in this together.
No matter what religion or race you come from, we must unite and fight this together.
The best way to do it is to stay home.
長年の同僚、サルサボーカリストのジョニー・リベラの「Quédate En Tu Casa / 家にいよう」のビデオプロダクションに
参加しました。
今回ジョニーは、我々が今直面している状況の中、皆が協力し安全を守る為
意識を高めてもらいたいという思いでこの歌を作りました。
歌うのは、ジョニー・リベラ、そして作詞はジョニー・リベラの甥、マヌエル・A・サンティアゴです。
この歌には、この大変な状況をみんなで一緒に乗り切ろうというポジティブなメッセージが
込められています。
人種、宗教が違えども、みんなが一つになり、この見えない敵に一緒に戦う。感染を広げない！
そして、最も効果のある戦略はそうです、「家にいること」。みんなでこの大変な時期を乗り越えましょう。
Music arrangement by Johnny Rivera and Richard Marcel
Musicians:
Juaco Cardona- Trombones
Erik Piza-All Percussion
Richard Marcel- Bass, Piano, and Coros
Johnny Rivera- Lead Vocals and Coros
Always a pleasure to see these two talented women perform. Ayako @ayakoshirasaki and Noriko @norikoueda_jazz. Great performance girls👏❤️
Long time colleague Matt Tracy @jazzertbmst long over due. Catching up. #tromboneplayer #musiccolleague #willieprofe #grandslamproductions #goodliving #blessed🙏
Supporting my Asakusa sister Haruna @harunaflute @bluenotenyc. Good job Haruna band is great 👍 #bluenote #harunaflute #fluteplayer #musician #cdreleaseparty #willieprofe #jazz #goodliving #blessed🙏 @ Blue Note New York
Catching up with Steve Turre @steveturreofficial. Had the honor to perform with him back in the 80’s. #dizzysclubcocacola #steveturré #mr.snl #tromboneplayer #willieprofe #grandslamproductions #music
Supporting my long time colleague from Puerto Rico Charlie Sepulveda at Dizzy’s Club. @charliesepulvedatrumpet. Last show today at Dizzy’s. Band is from PR. All musician are great. Band is great. Congratulations Charlie on your debut and a great performance! #dizzysclubcocacola #charliesepulvedaandtheturnaround #trumplayer #willieprofe #grandslamproductions #greatmusic #greatmusicians #blessed @ Dizzy's Club Coca-Cola
Supporting my Yuko Ito @yukosings good job last night.👏#goodmusic #greatmusicians #beautifulsinger💖 #blessed #relaxedvibe @ Jazz at Kitano
Thank you Yuka @yukamitonyc and Yuko @yukosings for celebrating my birthday. Feeling blessed to have you all in my life. #birthday #blessed #greatmusicians #family #superbowl2020 #greatgame @ NYC
Grand Slam Productions! Great session with Yuka @yukamitonyc.
Grand Slam Productions....
Productive session with KIYONA @kiyonamusic. Good work girl, proud of you! #KIYONA #willieprofe #music #beautifulsong #goodvibes #recordingstudio #feelingblessed @ East Village, Manhattan
Grandslam Productions 2020 New Year’s Party! Thank you Yuka @yukamitonyc and Yuko @yukosings for organizing this beautiful wonderful evening. Thank you Erika @erikamatsuo77, Akemi @mistyjazzy, Haruna @harunaflute, and Chiemi @chiemilatinjazznewyork for your love and support always! Special thanks to my niece Noemi for cooking the traditional meal. #erikamatsuo77#harunaflute#mistyjazzy
#chiemilatinjazznewyork #yukosings#yukamitonyc#willieprofe @ New York, New York
Grand Slam Productions Music Session! Background vocals with KIYONA good job 👏 @kiyonamusic @willieproferuiz @ East Village, Manhattan
Grand Slam Productions Music Lessons. A productive music session with Kumiko Arikawa!
Japan Tour 2019 #2
Grand Slam Productions Music Lessons. In Nakameguro Japan. With Mariko Okamoto “Marina” another fun session. Good job Marina. Love your sweet voice! @ Naka-Meguro,Tokyo
Japan Tour 2019 #2
Grand Slam Productions Music Lessons. In Nakameguro Japan. With Keiko @queico. Always a productive session with Keiko. I always enjoy working with you. Good job as always! @ Naka-Meguro,Tokyo
Japan Tour 2019 #2
Grand Slam Productions Music Lessons. @ Studio Selafy Nakameguro Japan. Working with Yuqui-lah @102yuquila. Always a pleasure. Good job! @ Naka-Meguro,Tokyo
Japan Tour 2019 #2
Grand Slam Productions Music Lessons. @ Studio Selafy Nakameguro Japan. Always a pleasure to work with Itsuko @itsukotcy. Good job!
岡山、大阪、西鎌倉、東京の皆様、今回も誠にありがとうございました！
次回お会いできるのを楽しみにしております！
Thank you Kubo-San for coming to Tableaux lounge. Always a pleasure.
Always an honor to see and work with my precious Miwa Chan. Thank you for everything. Without you this trip would not be a success! 🤗😘
Muchas gracias para el grupo “Descargando” @descargandofficial. fue un honor compartir el escenario con ustedes. Gracias! 🙏
Grand Slam Productions
It’s today! Come out and join me at Tableaux Lounge!
It’s today! Come out and join me at Tableaux Lounge!
Latin Jam session at Dining&Jazz Shizuka II. Fun session with the group. @ 浅草 Dining&jazz Shizuka Ⅱ
Always a pleasure to see Ayumi @ayumi_azucar when I come to Japan. Un orgullo Ayumi!
With my good friend Takashi @takashinakazato. Gracias por todo y tu admistad! La pasamos bien. @ 浅草 Dining&jazz Shizuka Ⅱ
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Great session with Michi Fuji. Recording Violins for Kiyona Y Musica Y Musica.
My privilege to introduce a new project coming out soon from my friend and music colleague Angel Rios! “Mi Vida”.
Hello my people, hoping everyone is well. I was invited to take part on this video production by my long time music colleague, Salsa vocalist Johnny Rivera. This music presentation is to create awareness of our current situation that we are living in. This tune was created by Johnny Rivera’s nephew, Manuel A. Santiago and sung by Johnny Rivera. This is a positive message here within the crises we are experiencing. To acknowledge that we are all in this together. No matter what religion or race you come from, we must unite and fight this together. The best way to do it is to stay home. 長年の同僚、サルサボーカリストのジョニー・リベラの「Quédate En Tu Casa / 家にいよう」のビデオプロダクションに 参加しました。 今回ジョニーは、我々が今直面している状況の中、皆が協力し安全を守る為 意識を高めてもらいたいという思いでこの歌を作りました。 歌うのは、ジョニー・リベラ、そして作詞はジョニー・リベラの甥、マヌエル・A・サンティアゴです。 この歌には、この大変な状況をみんなで一緒に乗り切ろうというポジティブなメッセージが 込められています。 人種、宗教が違えども、みんなが一つになり、この見えない敵に一緒に戦う。感染を広げない！ そして、最も効果のある戦略はそうです、「家にいること」。みんなでこの大変な時期を乗り越えましょう。 Music arrangement by Johnny Rivera and Richard Marcel Musicians: Juaco Cardona- Trombones Erik Piza-All Percussion Richard Marcel- Bass, Piano, and Coros Johnny Rivera- Lead Vocals and Coros
12/1はニューヨークがキーワード！
12／7日は東京です！ 宜しくお願いします！
12/1日は大阪カフェメイクでお会いしましょう！
With Flutist Haruna Fukazawa!
Con Don Goro Y su nueva producción.
