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Dan Costa: Live in California
ByLive in California is the result of a string of dates in support of Costa's sophomore release. The date was recorded at Kuumbwa Jazz in Santa Cruz, CA, in early 2020. The album is filled with Costa originals except three tunes by Brazilian composers such as Antonio Carlos Jobim and Roberto Menescal. "Baião," a Costa original, has a flowing melody that intertwines beautiful, cascading lines. "Garota de Ipanema," one of the most timeless songs in the Jobim songbook, is given a caressing and tender rendition by Costa, highlighting the splendor of the melody. Costa glides into each moment and nuance while keeping his left hand firmly stating the tune's driving rhythm. It is a real treat to hear how he approaches the familiar song's inner voicings. Another tune that offers substance is "Tempos Sentidos." Bubbling-under rhythm creates constant forward motion on which Costa delicately dances.
Live in California offers a distinctive look at Costa's ideas from both composing and playing standpoints. This is the majesty of solo albums, the opportunity to look inside the player's heart, to observe their ability to communicate without any hindrance of sound or cluttering of instrumentation. A worthy listen that will satiate any Brazilian jazz aficionado.
Track Listing
Baião; Maracatu; Garota de Ipanema; Sete Enredos; Aria; O Barquinho; Tempos Sentidos; Love Dance.
Personnel
Dan Costa
pianoAlbum information
Title: Live in California | Year Released: 2020 | Record Label: Dan Costa
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