"Mauleón demonstrates the passion and creative energy that maintain the Bay Area as a hotbed of Latin Jazz" – Jazz Observer
“A world-class pianist, composer and author” – Latin Beat
"One of the hippest band-leaders in Latin music today" – All Music Guide
“Fiery … One of San Francisco’s best pianist/arrangers” – Utne Reader
“Visceral, tumbao-style piano” – Billboard
"Mauleón is a monster musician with enormous talent to spare" – Latin Beat
“A talented performer” – Phillip Elwood, S.F. Examiner
“The next big thing in Bay Area Latin Jazz” – East Bay Express
“An outstanding performer, composer and arranger” – L.A. Jazz Scene
“A wonderful technician with a sparkling approach” – Express