Jazz Articles about Gilberto Gil

Gilberto Gil: Oakland, CA, October 25, 2012

by Harry S. Pariser
December 27, 2012

Gilberto GilSan Francisco Jazz FestivalParamount TheaterOakland, CAOctober 25, 2012It is a rare opportunity to see an international icon perform, so singer Gilberto Gil's recent appearance in Oakland, CA's gorgeous Paramount Theater--part of the San Francisco International Jazz Festival--was quite the event.Before hitting on his unique genius for blending diverse musical styles to become a Brazilian international superstar, Gil made a living selling bananas in a shopping mall and composing television jingles. ...

Gilberto Gil at the Nokia Theatre

by Ernest Barteldes
March 19, 2010

Gilberto Gil Nokia Theatre New York, NY March 11, 2010

Playing to a nearly sold-out crowd at the midtown Manhattan concert venue, Gilberto Gil sauntered onto the stage alone, picked up his guitar and began playing “A Linha e o Linho," a gentle bossa that set the tone for this pared-down concert. He then introduced guitarist Bem Gil (his son) and cellist Jaques Morelembaum, who have accompanied him on the ...