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Cadence Trio: Yatrata
ByA lively rhythm teamAlves joined by drummer Portinho and bassist Itaiguarathe atmosphere is high energy, beefier than you might expect from the often lighter, lilting Brazilian sound, and spicer, as if some Afro-Cuban influence lurks in the mix. None of the songs here have been culled from the more popular Brazilian standards; it's more of a celebration of more obscure but still very worthy songsmiths, with two Alves and one Portinho originals slipped into the mix.
"Song for Claudio," an Alves tune, is a dedication to Helio's friend and fellow countryman, trumpeter Claudio Roditi, an aggressive groove with Alves almost going "out there." "In Motion," by Portinho, features a bouncing, bright rhythm behind some guests: Robin Eubanks on trombone, Randy Brecker on flugelhorn, and Romero Lumbambo on guitar.
The set is a deft mix of guest slotsfive of the eleven tunesand trio workouts, with the tracks that feature the guitar/piano interplay sounding especially compelling, and Portinho's samba-spirit drumming throughout lifting the music up a good notch or three.
Track Listing
Yatrata, Aleluia, In Motion, Cancao Do Amanhecer, Song for Claudio, Feitio De Oracao, Corruira Salitante, Mulher Rendeira, Aninha, Vila Madalena, Effendi
Personnel
Helio Alves--piano; Portinho--drums; Itaiguara--bass
Album information
Title: Yatrata | Year Released: 2004 | Record Label: Clavebop Productions, Inc.
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Dan McClenaghan
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