Home » Jazz Articles » Album Review » Brazilian Trio: Constelacao
Brazilian Trio: Constelacao
ByTucked between these splendid bookends are such gems as Dori Caymmi's beloved "O Cantador," which many will recognize as "Like a Lover." Introduced to North American audiences by Sergio Mendes, its lyrical melody and meaning are regularly rediscovered and newly recorded by singers. There's the requisite contribution of the master, Antonio Carlos Jobim, who is represented by both his relatively obscure work ("Quebra Pedra," "O Boto") and his more familiar ("Luiza"). Each trio member contributes one engaging original as well, together producing a swinging, nuanced and delightful session from start to finish.
This CD exemplifies the seamless ease of playing with old friends who are also masters of their instruments. Finally, as it so often happens with Brazilian music, whether driving forward or laying back it manages to be both energizing and relaxing at the same time.
Track Listing
Constelacao; Bebe; Embalo; O Cantador; Quebra Pedra; LVM/Direto Ao Assunto; Luiza; O Boto; Isabella; Bolivia.
Personnel
Helio Alves: piano; Nilson Matta: bass; Duduka da Fonseca: drums.
Album information
Title: Constelacao | Year Released: 2013 | Record Label: Motema Music
< Previous
Crystal Bowersox: New York, NY, March...
Next >
Cave Women