Chapter Three: Viva Emiliano Zapata captures Barbieri in his prime, exploring the fertile ground between fiery jazz improvisation and the rhythms of Latin America. The album is a powerful statement from a period of intense creative output.
- The album was recorded in July 1974 at The Record Plant in New York City with Gato Barbieri on tenor saxophone, supported by a band including bassist Andy Gonzalez and drummer Steve Gadd.
- It was released on GRP Records in September 1974, shortly after Barbieri's soundtrack work for the film "Last Tango in Paris" brought him wider international recognition.
- Upon its release, the album received critical attention for its energetic performances and Barbieri's signature blend of jazz and South American musical influences.
Argentine saxophonist Gato Barbieri is known for his fiery tenor saxophone playing, blending Latin music, jazz, and rock. He rose to prominence in the late 1960s and early 1970s with his passionate, improvisational style.
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