Entre Cada Palabra

Marta Gomez | Format: Audio CD

Product Details

• Audio CD (March 28, 2006)
• Original Release Date: 2006
• Number of Discs: 1
• Label: Chesky Records
• ASIN: B000EGDB6U
• In-Print Editions: MP3 Download
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #21,804 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

Editorial Reviews

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Colombian jazz-folk singer-composer Gomez has achieved a charming synthesis of old and new, past and present. Her compositions are a travelogue of South and Central American, Caribbean and European influences. She moves fluidly between Peruvian lando, Argentinean chamame and Cuban son, weaving African-derived rhythms and percussions over the plaintive melodies of indigenous peoples or descended from Spanish conquistadores, whose own songs incorporated Sephardic Jewish and Moorish sounds. Recorded at New York’s Saint Peter’s Church, which is equally famous for its jazz ministry and warm acoustics, her clear, crooning mezzo-soprano is supported by an intimate combo of strings, woodwinds and percussion, plus an occasional accordion. In such a setting and in the hands of such talented performers, the special timbre of each instrument is appreciated anew and even handclaps take on an almost orchestral importance. One delightful stand-out is a Mexican ranchera-infused treatment of "Cielito Lindo." A chestnut if there ever was one, Gomez’ tender interpretation reflects love for her mother (whose name is Cielo -- "Cielito" is the diminutive) and a sense that even familiar things may harbor unexpected surprises. --Christina Roden

Customer Reviews

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4 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Refreshing, May 27, 2007

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E. Giraldo (Robbisnville, NJ) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Entre Cada Palabra (Audio CD)

A breath of fresh air for traditional Latinoamerican rithms. A beautiful exploration of classical and modern rithms from the Americas with a clear jazz influence. From Argentina, to Peru, from Uruguay to Cuba, from Venezuela to Mexico and always present Colombia. An alternative to the better known caribbean rithms that caracterize the common perception of latinoamerica musical culture. The lyrics are descriptive and full of images evocative of the life in the region. If you are looking for a great contemporary representation of latinoamerican music to listen and enjoy, this is your CD!

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars love it, September 9, 2009

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K. A. Ross "2paws4keys" (Rochester, NY USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Entre Cada Palabra (Audio CD)

I ordered this after seeing Marta Gomez at the Rochester International Jazz Festival.
Loved her performance, and love the CD. She has a very expressive and clear voice. The CD is filled with songs that show off her broad vocal quality. Beautiful! Highly recommended.

5.0 out of 5 stars Love her voice, July 12, 2011

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This review is from: Entre Cada Palabra (Audio CD)

Her voice and the music takes me to another world. It features flutes, soft drums, I can't discribe it. Easy going, love to hear it in the car to relax me.