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Esperanza

Esperanza SpaldingAudio CD
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listen  4. I Adore You (Album Version) 7:27Album Only
listen  5. Cuerpo Y Alma (Body And Soul) (Album Version) 8:01Album Only
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listen  7. Precious (Album Version) 4:23$0.99  Buy MP3 
listen  8. Mela (Album Version) 6:56$0.99  Buy MP3 
listen  9. Love In Time (Album Version) 5:45$0.99  Buy MP3 
listen10. Espera (Album Version) 4:38$0.99  Buy MP3 
listen11. If That's True (Album Version) 7:31Album Only
listen12. Samba Em Preludio (Album Version) 5:11$0.99  Buy MP3 


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From the beginning of her life to her current success as a creative musician, Esperanza Spalding has charted her own course. The young bassist/vocalist/composer was one of the biggest breakout stars of 2011—not just in jazz, but in all genres of music. Her receipt of the 2011 GRAMMY® for Best New Artist was unprecedented—the first time a jazz musician had won the award— ... Read more in Amazon's Esperanza Spalding Store

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Product Details

  • Audio CD (May 20, 2008)
  • Original Release Date: 2008
  • Number of Discs: 1
  • Label: Heads Up
  • ASIN: B0014HC56K
  • In-Print Editions: MP3 Music
  • Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (114 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,497 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

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Never mind that in 2005--at the age of 20--Esperanza Spalding became the youngest instructor in the history of Berklee College of Music. It's what's on wax that counts--or CD, or MP3, if preferred. On Esperanza, her debut set for Heads Up International, Spalding presents a prowess on the acoustic bass that many bassists with far more experience could be inspired by. Need proof? Check out "Mela," on which Spalding’s chops on the upright are matched (if not exceeded) by her tangerine-and-honey vocals. There is a lilt in her voice that, to be sure, puts the blind optimism of her youth front and center. But who needs another jaded jazz singer? This multi-lingual set starts off with the mellow, mid-tempo "Ponta De Areia." From there Spalding winds her way through an appropriate group of mostly self-penned songs that are simultaneously sweet, commanding, calming, and intense. Of particular note are the hopeful "Espera," and her take on "Cuerpo y Alma" (the jazz standard "Body & Soul" in Spanish). And yes, purists, she can scat. Her name, Esparanza, is the Spanish word for "hope." Here's hope for a bright future and satisfying career following this wonderfully refreshing album. --Eric C.P. Martin

Product Description

Armed with uncanny instrumental chops, a siren voice that spans 3 languages, and composing and arranging skills that weave together the best elements of the old-school with the progressive, this 23 year old has crafted an album that takes a completely fresh and refreshing approach to jazz by incorporating the rich traditions of soul, pop, world music and more. This bright young star and childhood prodigy landed gigs with Patti Austin, Joe Lovano and Pat Metheny before leaving school!

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A beautiful woman with a beautiful voice and amazing talent! Onebydesign  |  14 reviewers made a similar statement
I've been listening to this album from last year, and I don't get tired hearing this lovely music. Kevin L Harrigan  |  11 reviewers made a similar statement
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66 of 66 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Huge New Talent turns Jazz World on Head! August 2, 2008
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She's young, gorgeous and immensely talented. Esperanza Spalding's second offering is a musical potpourri that is sure to please most jazz afficionados. A superb bass player, an already highly nuanced vocalist and a promising composer, Esperanza is a triple threat who may very well be one of the key figures in defining the direction jazz will be heading in the 21st century.

There's a ton of variety here, everything from the stunning opening arrangement of Milton Nascimento's folk tinged Ponta De Areia to the sassy smart brazilian funk of She Got to You, the unsentimental poppy sweetness of Precious, not to mention the balls out straight ahead hipness of If that's True, and the tour de force jazz samba, I Adore You. Her scat with bass solo on this tune simply has to heard to be believed. Did I mention that she's not half bad as a lyricist? Is there nothing that this young woman can't do? Apparently not. And the fact that she sings and plays simultaneously and this effortlessly puts her in a class by herself.

Check her out on youtube, especially her performance of Body and Soul at the Copenhagen Jazz Festival, not to mention her exuberant performance on Letterman, which prompted the usually cool David to comment, " You were right Paul: She IS the coolest guest we've ever had on this show". And he may very well have been right.
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28 of 28 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Brilliant!!! August 24, 2008
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Spread the word, there's a new lady in town: Esperanza Spalding, and she's bringing her 'A' game to the area of music called Jazz. And what a refreshing brew it is. Using her skills as a bassist, accompanied by her brilliant voice, which can be heard in three languagues (English, Portuguse & Spanish), this her sophomore presentation, is a mature offering for one so young (she's 23)
What I love about this CD is the variety on offer. You have straight on jazz, a samba selection, and a soulful selection, all wrapped into one CD.
The bonus that Ms Spalding has is that along with her skills as a bassist, she has a great voice, that I would imagine, along with her looks, would make her a marketing dream. But she still has to deliver the goods, and she does: form the soulful' I Know that you know', the quiet stormish ' Fall In', the sambaish' I Adore You', and the haunting 'Samba Em Preludio, which I couldn't get out of my head the to name just a few of the highlights of this CD. This is a solid set that should make this young lady a star, if there's any justice in the music world. My CD of the year thus far
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23 of 24 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars This Chick's Got Chops! August 23, 2008
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So, I bought this highly acclaimed eponymous debut (or, at least, first widely released) c.d., knowing nothing about Esperanza Spalding other than she's this year's favorite jazz flavor. The first cut was the great old Milton Nascimento tune, "Ponte de Areia." I noted: "above average Brazilian jazz-pop; stronger voice than Bebel Gilberto; probably 4 stars."

But this is why you have to listen to an entire c.d., before jumping to conclusions.

As Esperanza expands into jazz-pop ("I Adore You," track 4, and track 7, "Precious"), funk ("Espera", track 10), and freer post-bop ("Mela," track 8, and my favorite on this disc, track 11, "If That's True"), it becomes quite evident that this disc is anything but "above average Brazilian jazz-pop."

But then, Ms. Spalding ends the disc with an absolutely gorgeous "duet," a samba entitled "Samba Preludio," with her on voice and bass, and Pablo Martin on guitar (recorded especially in Spain), and it's as if she has just given us a great big wink.

Esperanza Spalding in fact is not Brazilian. Rather, she was born and raised in Portland, Ore., trained at Berklee, and is the youngest instructor in the history of Berklee. And she's 23 years old.

Quite obviously, this is an eclectic c.d., designed to show off Esperanza's chops. And damn, this chick's got chops! Her vocal range is impressive; but she's one of the finest young bassists in the business. I suspect she'll hit Down Beat's "talent deserving wider recognition" category as a bassist before she does as a vocalist; but she easily could be in both categories very soon.

2008 has been an amazing year for debut c.d.'s. Raya Yarbrough, Hope Waits, Melody Gardot, and Esperanza Spalding have knocked out the most impressive quartet of "debut" recordings I can remember in any one year. While this one is not my favorite of the four, I really think Esperanza Spalding has the most inherent talent of all. I don't see a ceiling on this artist, and hopefully, she'll keep expanding the sky as the years go on. RC
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5.0 out of 5 stars I love this even more than Radio Music Society
I bought two Esperanza CDs at one go. This one will be a classic I am sure! A talent to look out for!
Published 20 days ago by KB Tay
5.0 out of 5 stars The Best
Thank goodness for real music! This album could not have been any better. I ordered Radio Music Society and can't wait to receive it
Published 1 month ago by PATRICE STROTHERS
5.0 out of 5 stars This cd is my favorite
This cd is my favorite. Esperanza is great I am going seeing her at WPAS. Her music is beautiful. Love it.
Published 1 month ago by Patrice Delandro
5.0 out of 5 stars Another Level
Esperanza has a way of making those who have no interest in this form of music ask who is that your listening to? Read more
Published 1 month ago by Onedodal
5.0 out of 5 stars You should definitley
put this on your playlist. Journeys in life from an old soul's point of veiw of current times. The download was painless. 1,2,3 and I could listen any time I chose.
Published 1 month ago by Cham
5.0 out of 5 stars Esperanza Spalding
A good mixture of creative musical talent with classical underpinnings. This should be a classic for Ms. Spaulding. One of her better works.
Published 2 months ago by Cedric L. Joubert
5.0 out of 5 stars Something different
I wasn't sure if I would enjoy this CD with the exception of 1 or 2 selections. To my surprise, I found it to be very engaging and what a talent.
Published 2 months ago by pebbles
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Album
I've been listening to this album from last year, and I don't get tired hearing this lovely music. Esperanza uses her talent to blend different styles of music in one album. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Kevin L Harrigan
5.0 out of 5 stars Coolest person on the planet
Is she the coolest person on the planet or what? Her jazz exudes her youth, enthusiasm, and joy. It's upbeat without getting too cloying. It's a terrific debut.
Published 2 months ago by Dwayne Takeda
4.0 out of 5 stars Perfect pitch.....
I love her voice, so clear and refreshing. Even when scatting she still seems to maintain perfect pitch. Read more
Published 3 months ago by umi0406
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