String Quartet Tribute to Santana combines classics like "Oye Como Va," "Evil Ways," and "Black Magic Woman" with material from
Carlos Santana's late-'90s comeback ("Smooth," "Game of Love," "Maria Maria"). Besides the violins, violas, cellos, and bass that these string tributes normally feature,
Tribute to Santana adds the occasional flourish of Latin-flavored percussion. While it's not spectacular, the set is well-played throughout, and offers new and old
Santana fans a different take on the music of the iconic guitarist and his band. ~ Johnny Loftus