Latin America's music and dances reflect a large variety of influences from the following cultures: the Iberian Peninsula; Spain and Portugal; the Tropical Forest; Native Indian; African and Mestizo (culturally and racially mixed). The music on this CD gives a flavor of the wonderful variety to be found in Latin American music. Clelia Iruzun was born in Rio de Janeiro and won her first competition at the age of seven. By the time she was sixteen she was already one of Brazil's finest pianists. She studied further in London and Paris. In particular, she has received much guidance and advice from Nelson Freire.