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The story of Buena Vista Social Club contains an irresistible twist: the album millions came to love emerged after another recording plan failed to happen. In March 1996, musicians from Mali were expected in Havana for a collaboration with Cuban players. They did not arrive. With the sessions already arranged, the people involved found a different way forward. Thirty years later, that change of direction remains a compelling opening to the story. It also needs care. Calling t