and Rodrigo Leao - T352045814Brazilian born, New York based Vinicius Cantuaria’s music is Latin Jazz at its finest, and at its most adventurous. Having cut his teeth playing for ten years in Tropicalia legend Caetano Veloso’s band, Cantuaria’s career has taken in collaborations with Laurie Anderson, David Byrne, and Brian Eno among others. Portuguese musician and composer Rodrigo Leao effortlessly combines a Latin feel with sumptuous orchestral arrangements. He has worked with artists as wide-ranging as The Divine Comedy’s Neil Hannon, Beth Gibbons of Portishead, and Ryuchi Sakamoto. | |
25 May 10 | Barbican Centre, West End :: V371 listing details L1903099113 |
T0996346311From his work with Caetano Veloso, Gilberto Gil and the Brazilian 'tropocali' movement, Cantuaria of one of Bossa Nova's leading lights. Tonight he continues to lead Bossa Nova into the 21st century with a selection of seductive songs and fresh, subtle arrangements.Performer Vinicius Cantuaria (guitar / vocals). Performer Paul Socolow (bass). Performer Michael Leonhart (trumpet). Performer Nanny Assis (percussion). Performer Mauro Refosco (percussion). | |
16 Jun 03 | Southbank Centre, West End :: V423 listing details L422780883 |