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Nilson Matta Brazilian Voyage at South Jazz Club
Courtesy of Wendy Wolf | Posted on September 5, 2019
Where
South Jazz Club
600 North Broad St.
Philadelphia, PA
Map
(215) 600-0220
When
Sat, September 7, 2019
7:00 pm
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Musicians
Nilson Matta
bass, acousticNilson Matta's Brazilian Voyage
band / ensemble / orchestraAbout
With pianist Helen Sung, saxophonist/flautist Craig Handy, vocalist/percussionist Fabiana Masili, bassist/percussionist/berimbau player Nilson Matta, and drummer/percussionist Mauricio Zottarelli
Nilson Matta is well known as the world-class bassist of Trio da Paz, but his solo career as a composer and band leader is equally noteworthy. His albums are thoughtful aural masterpieces featuring lush harmonies and contemporary Brazilian rhythms. “Brazilian Voyage” is an apt title, as Matta’s expert knowledge of Brazilian jazz unfolds as a varied journey through the music’s traditions and contemporary explorations, demonstrating an evolution in which he continues to play a major role.