The collaboration with the virtuoso guitarist Baden Powell on a brilliant record that became one of the touchstones of Brazilian music. Plus: Vinícius e Toquino (1970)
This was a great counter to the Duke’s Afro Bossa. The only weakness to the Duke’s approach was too much cowbell! 😎 In all seriousness, some of Duke’s sidemen are just banging on percussion: not playing clavé! You’ll never find that in a Latin band. The Rhythm in Os Afro Sambas is exceptionally clean and tight and propulsive without loud percussion.
I think that’s what makes it so special. The rattle of bright percussive sounds doesn’t interfere with the arrangements, especially the writing for trombone and reeds.
That was a great review David ... I am crazy about Vinicius, a great poet and especially Baden Powell .... such a stellar musician ... wow great to connect to a sincere fan ... cheers & obrigado for this reminder of treasured artists ...
You MUST keep pulling these gems to the surface....
Thank you! I'll try.
This was a great counter to the Duke’s Afro Bossa. The only weakness to the Duke’s approach was too much cowbell! 😎 In all seriousness, some of Duke’s sidemen are just banging on percussion: not playing clavé! You’ll never find that in a Latin band. The Rhythm in Os Afro Sambas is exceptionally clean and tight and propulsive without loud percussion.
I think that’s what makes it so special. The rattle of bright percussive sounds doesn’t interfere with the arrangements, especially the writing for trombone and reeds.
That was a great review David ... I am crazy about Vinicius, a great poet and especially Baden Powell .... such a stellar musician ... wow great to connect to a sincere fan ... cheers & obrigado for this reminder of treasured artists ...
Thank you!