Passos Brasileiros

Toomai String Quintet's second album pays homage to Brazil’s rich musical legacy. It features original arrangements of popular songs by Milton Nascimento, Gilberto Gil, and Dona Ivone Lara (the “First Lady of Samba”); jazz-influenced works by Hermeto Pascoal and Léa Freire; and classical selections by Heitor Villa-Lobos, Chiquinha Gonzaga, and Paulinho Nogueira. In 13 tracks, Toomai’s string instruments capture the essence of several beloved Brazilian traditions: choro, samba, Brazilian jazz, classical music, and Música Popular Brasileira (MPB).

Release date: September 6, 2024
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