Full of harmonic subtleties, suggestive moods, and deep grooves, these nine original Landrain compositions shine with craft and reflect the international influences the pianist has absorbed in his travels.
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Jazz Reviews: Albare, ‘Albare Plays Jobim’ and John Di Martino, ‘Passion Flower: The Music of Billy Strayhorn’
Jazz guitarist Albare's tribute to Jobim and pianist John Di Martino's to Strayhorn show how homages to classic composers can bring out today's artists' creative best.
Read More »Music Review: Acoustic Jazz Guitarist Nate Najar – ‘This is Nate Najar’
A new jazz palette for the nylon-string guitar is due, and on the strength of this album it's clear Nate Najar is an avatar for just that.
Read More »Music Reviews: Ricardo Bacelar – ‘Concerto para Moviola’ and Chicago Jazz Philharmonic – ‘Havana Blue’
Two new jazz releases show concert jazz and fusion are alive and well, whether you're south or north of the border.
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