TÔ CHEGANDO-Almost There
Self-Released, 2023
8/10
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The American violinist and mandolinist Ted Falcon takes a unique approach to Brazilian Choro music, where both a U.S. and Brazil band accompany him across these 14 upbeat and animated tunes.
“Quebra Galho” opens the listen with Falcon’s stunning mandolin alongside Léo Rodrigues’ glowing percussion for the cultured warmth, and “Salsa Samba” follows with Fay Roberts’ dreamy flute alongside the playful rhythm of the animated climate.
Further along, “Dance Of The Fadolin” welcomes Wesley Amorim’s stunning guitar playing for the emotive and adventurous album highlight, while “Tres Coyotes” spotlights Catherine Bent’s finger acrobatics on cello for the orchestral nods of the rich landscape.
Deeper still, “Up The Mountain” emits bright flute from Rumi Inoue that complements Zé Barbeiro’s meticulous guitar, and “Memories Of Home” exits the listen with Falcon’s gripping violin amid Fabricio Rosil’s sublime cavaquinho.
A listen that never sits in one place too long, Falcon and company bridge American, European and African ideas into this ‘jazz of Brazil’ affair that’s glorious, danceable and infectious.
Travels well with: Antonio Adolfo- Bossa 65; Plan R- R For Romeo