Carmo

by Egberto Gismonti

Carmo cover art
  • Type: Album
  • Released: 1977
  • Label: EMI Odeon
  • Country: Brazil
  • Length: 44:34
  • Community rating: 3.47/5 from 2 ratings

Album Notes & Community Reviews

Brazilian multi-instrumentalist Egberto Gismonti seamlessly blends the intricate acoustic rhythms of MPB with dynamic jazz fusion on 'Carmo'. The record highlights his exceptional technical virtuosity on both guitar and piano, navigating between mellow folk introspection and highly energetic, progressive arrangements. It stands as a sophisticated crossover work within South American instrumental music.

Genres

Descriptors: fusion, progressive, technical, improvisation, virtuosic

Tracklist

  1. Bai茫o Malandro (3:53)
  2. Caf茅 (4:44)
  3. Educa莽茫o Sentimental (3:04)
  4. Apesar De Tudo (3:47)
  5. Bodas De Prata (6:36)
  6. Raga (4:25)
  7. Feliz Ano Novo (4:04)
  8. Calypso (2:53)
  9. As Primaveras (2:55)
  10. Cristiana (3:41)
  11. Carmo / Hino Do Carmo / Ruth (4:26)

Credits

  • Luiz Alves - bass
  • Sandrino Santoro - bass
  • Valdecir Nei - bass
  • Alceu De Almeida Reis - cello
  • Ana Bezerra De Mello Devos - cello
  • Bariola - cello
  • Peter Dauelsberg - cello
  • Lindolfo Gaya - conductor

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