Jazz Articles about Felipe Salles

Felipe Salles: Mind Motions

by Mark F. Turner
November 24, 2003

Saxophonist Felipe Salles’ sophomore recording, Mind Motions, continues on the melodic theme of dynamic material and strong musicianship. A native of Brazil, his sound blends music from his homeland as well as Latin persuasions into a contemporary feel. His debut recording Further South showed his effectiveness in composing as well as performing. The new recording gives further insight and exploration into music that continues to have a fresh outlook.

Mind Motions features Salles in a variety of settings from quartets ...

Felipe Salles Quintet: Further South

by Mark F. Turner
August 2, 2002

It’s always refreshing to witness the emergence of new and vibrant talent. Such is the case with saxophonist Felipe Salles’ new cd Further South. A native of Sao Paulo, Brazil, Salles now lives and performs in the thriving jazz scene of New York. His tenor voice is strong and skillful. His sound is reminiscent of other purveyors of the pervasive saxophone, but it’s his style and more importantly his writing and arranging skills that illuminates his new recording. Simply put, ...