The São Paulo native delved into a deep reservoir of emotion for this project, which explores various expressions of love ranging from romantic and dreamy to profound and enduring. Eliane Elias’s strong connection to the bossa nova tradition also stands out here, shining in fresh and modern ways as she interprets several classic works famous by names like Frank Sinatra, Antonio Carlos Jobim, and some of her all-time favorites. Elias also draws inspiration from her own heart for three impressive original compositions.
Elias brings a star-studded lineup of some of the most sought-after rhythm section musicians in Brazil, including Marcus Texiera on guitar and Edu Ribeiro, Rafael Barata, Paulo Braga, and Celso Almeida on drums, along with Marc Johnson, her longtime musical partner and co-writer, on bass. Orchestrator Rob Mathes returns for his fourth recording with Elias here, while composer Roberto Menescal plays guitar on his own song, “O Barquinho/Little Boat.”
“I am very proud of this production and I think it is one of the most romantic musical sets I have ever produced,” says Elias about the project, which she recorded in Brazil and at Abbey Road Studios in London, alongside co-producers Marc Johnson and Steve Rodby.
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Actor Juca de Oliveira Dies at 91
Brazil lost one of the most prominent names in national performing arts in the early hours of this Saturday (21). Actor, author, and director Juca de Oliveira passed away at 91 years old in São Paulo, victim of pneumonia associated with a cardiac condition. The information was confirmed by the family’s press office to TV…