The Golden Age
La Sonora Matancera's most successful period was from 1947 until 1959. In the 1950s, they had frequent bookings on Cuban radio, club dates, film appearances, and tours overseas. The majority of their recordings were made during this decade. During such an abbreviated period, these musicians and singers — with contributions by composers and arrangers — brought into being a memorable catalog. Decline inevitably reared its head as La Sonora entered into its extended twilight period. The golden years were shortly a thing of the past. In 1965, Celia Cruz and Celio González left, further accelerating this decline. However, Celia Cruz returned to record a final album with the collective in 1982. After this year, the ensemble experienced many personnel changes.
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