Dominican saxophonist Sandy Gabriel has released a new music video featuring conductor and pianist José Antonio Molina in Santo Domingo as part of his ongoing project Sandy Gabriel and Amigos.
The audiovisual production officially premiered on Friday, August 28, becoming available to global audiences from 4:00 p.m. through YouTube and major digital streaming platforms.
According to a press release, the production unites two of the most prominent figures in Dominican music. The initiative was created to highlight the professional talent, creative depth, and artistic excellence of musicians from the Caribbean nation.
Artistic collaboration and musician profiles
The collaboration between Gabriel and Molina combines interpretative sensitivity, musical improvisation, and meticulous production design. The release was specifically structured to showcase the individual technical skill and artistic quality of both musicians.
Molina is a celebrated conductor, pianist, and arranger who serves as the music director of the Orquesta Sinfónica Nacional, the flagship national orchestra and premier classical institution of the Dominican Republic. Headquartered in the capital city of Santo Domingo, the state orchestra plays a central role in preserving symphonic heritage and promoting Dominican composers on the international stage.
Gabriel is an established Dominican saxophonist, producer, and musical director known for his contributions to contemporary jazz and Latin fusion. As an instrument, the saxophone holds a prominent role in both Caribbean popular music and jazz traditions, offering wide expressive range through solo improvisation.
Gabriel created the Sandy Gabriel and Amigos project to establish a collaborative space where he can perform alongside distinguished guest artists. The series focuses on bringing together master musicians from different genres to produce unique musical recordings.
New phase for the musical project
The launch of the video marks the beginning of a new phase for Sandy Gabriel and Amigos. With this production, Gabriel aims to deliver carefully curated works that maintain high standards in both audio recording and visual presentation.
According to the press statement, the project emphasizes artistic encounters that showcase diverse expressions of Dominican musical talent. The release also reaffirms Gabriel commitment to projecting Dominican music to international professional standards.
The decision to distribute the video across YouTube and digital streaming channels allows the project to reach listeners worldwide. Modern digital platforms have transformed how independent Latin American musicians share high definition audiovisual performances with global audiences.
Production and ongoing work
The new audiovisual piece further develops Gabriel ongoing work as both an instrumental performer and music producer. The project integrates musical arrangement with cinematic visual storytelling.
For Gabriel, the collaboration with Molina represents the continuation of a long term vision grounded in artistic partnership and quality production, ensuring that Dominican music continues to gain recognition beyond national borders.
