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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, acoustic
Nilson Matta's Brazilian Voyage
band / ensemble / orchestra

About

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.

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