5.0 out of 5 stars
Latin Grammy nominee!, November 1, 2009
This review is from: Live at Caramoor (Audio CD)
Every time I look into the box of CDs littering my car, I wonder why I still keep buying the things. They can be a nuisance for sure. But this CD has reminded my why CDs still matter. This recording took place at the Caramoor Jazz Festival in NY on July 28, 2007. I had hoped to attend, but a birth was imminent in my family so plans had to be changed. The conditions were perfect for an extraordinary performance. Two Brazilian compatriot composer/musicians, each at the top of his game; two Fazioli hand crafted pianos (think Herbie Hancock Grammy win & a couple hundred Gs each); perfect summer evening at Westchester mansion garden venue; music from some of Brazil's most beloved songwriters/composers;a guest appearance by jazz legend Joe Lovano on Jobim's "Wave".
Other reviewers have described this performance as notable for its numerous moments of perfection. I agree. The first piece by Iago lets you know that this is a virtuoso performance on an impeccable instrument. Santos Neto's composition "Being Happy" defines joy and could serve at the title of the entire CD. Listeners have been invited to share in the best that life has to offer. The only thing better would have been to be there in person. Then again, the recording places you on the stage and still preserves all the energy of a live performance. This is a good reason to still buy CDs. So if you love the piano, love jazz, love Brazilian music, or love perfect summer evenings, you'll find much to love here. Live at Caramoor has also been nominated for a Latin Grammy in best instrumental category. I just hope these guys do it again so that next time we can be there, and still buy the recording.
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