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"The band launched straight into the heady syncopations of the maracatu from Recife, transporting us immediately into the alternative reality of a wild, intensely colourful carnival, about as far removed from Adelaide in winter as you can get."  Stephen Wittington, Adelaide Advertiser

 

Panorama Brasil draws on the diverse musical landscape of Brazil: music with influences from the arid interior, the Amazonian basin, and the streets of Rio and Salvador - samba, MPB, bossa, folkloric music and regional styles mixed with jazz and more.

Musical director of Panorama Brasil is drummer/composer Alastair Kerr , a long-time student of Brazilian music, and recognised as one of Australia's leading exponents of Brazilian percussion. Kerr is known for his work with groups such as The Doug de Vries Trio, The New Sheiks, Sexteto Zona Sul, and Trio Agogo, and leads this stellar group.  SMbrasil1274

Panorama Brasil have performed at major festivals, including the 2013 Melbourne International Jazz Festival, 2014 Stonnington Jazz Festival, 2015 Adelaide Cabaret Festival (with Vince Jones and Alda Rezende), and 2017 Melbourne International Jazz Festival (with Vince Jones and Doug de Vries).  In 2017 they performed a sold-out Melbourne Recital Centre concert of Os Afro Sambas (with Alda Rezende), and they returned to the MRC in 2018 with Brazil's Modern Poets.  Alda Rezende returns to Australia in 2023 another tour of Os Afro Sambas.

Panorama Brasil released their debut album, The Archer & the Dancer, in 2013, with the album being nominated for an Australian Jazz Bell Award.  In 2015 they released their second album, Flor de Pedra, featuring Jacq Gawler, Diana Clark, and Doug de Vries.  November 2016 saw the premiere of Kerr's second major work for the ensemble - Chant/Call: Stories of the Gods.  This suite draws on Kerr's extensive study of the Afro-Brazilian rhythms of Candomble.  The recording of Chant/Call was released online in 2020.

Regular perfomers include: Yael Zamir and Asha Henfry (flute), Matt Boden and Andrew James (piano), Jorge Albuquerque (bass and guitar), Rodrigo Salgado (bass), and special guests including Dany Maia, Doug de VriesAlda RezendeJacqueline Gawler and Diana Clark.

www.panoramabrasil.com.au  

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Upcoming Gigs
Feb 9 Dany Maia - Bar Oussou
Feb 3 Panorama Brasil - Paris Cat
March 1 Dany Maia - Sparta Place

Upcoming Gigs

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Feb 3 Panorama Brasil - Paris Cat

Panorama Brasil

Featuring Jacqueline Gawler

Saturday Feb 3, 6pm

Paris Cat Jazz Club

Panorama Brasil are back at the Paris Cat with one of Australia's most adventurous jazz vocalists, Jacqueline Gawler. Join the group for a magical tour through the rich musical landscape of Brazil, with songs from Djavan, Antonio Carlos Jobim, Maria Rita, Roberto Menescal and a spotlight on the compositional brilliance of Milton Nascimento.

Jacqueline has been a regular guest with Panorama Brasil over the past 8 years, but she is also well known for her work with groups such as multi award winning vocal group Coco's Lunch, and America do Sul.  Jacq’s beautiful renditions in authentic Carioca Portuguese, alongside this stellar band, make this a show not to be missed.

The best of samba, bossa nova and Brazilian jazz.  Bookings and info here.

March 1 Dany Maia - Sparta Place

Dany Maia Band

Sparta Place, Brunswick

Friday March 1, 6pm 

 

Straight from the heart of Brazil, Dany Maia introduces the enchanting melodies of Brazilian music to captivated Australian audiences.  Drawing inspiration from her vibrant upbringing in Brazil's cultural melting pot, Dany Maia's musical artistry seamlessly blends the timeless notes of Bossa Nova, Jazz, and Samba hailing from Bahia and Rio de Janeiro.

 

As a multi-faceted artist with an irresistible stage presence, Dany Maia embodies the very essence of Brazil's rich musical heritage.

More about Sparta Place jazz nights here.