Please include Tito Puente’s influence on American popular music during a time when other artists such as Chuck Berry, Benny Goodman and Elvis were gaining popularity.
–Explain how his music introduced America to a new sound
–Include how his music peaked
— include possible collaborations that would have influenced a variety of artists to want to play the same music as Tito Puente
— include influences during a time when HE was popular
***My professor would like a variety of sources: articles, academic books etc..