Album · 2017
DUO
Nelson Ayres & Ricardo Herz
Piano and violin performing original compositions that span *choro*, *samba*, *xote*, *forró*, and improvisation.
A classical lineup approached with freedom, humor, and a strong Brazilian identity.
The album
About the album
Nelson Ayres is one of the most important figures in contemporary Brazilian instrumental music.
For ten years, he served as conductor of the Jazz Sinfônica Orchestra and has conducted numerous orchestras in Brazil and abroad, including the prestigious Israel Philharmonic Orchestra.
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The album on video
Track list
Tracks
- Céu de Outono — Nelson Ayres
- Maracangalha — Dorival Caymmi
- Mercedes — Ricardo Herz
- Upa — Ricardo Herz
- Chorinho pro Sion — Nelson Ayres
- Valsa Tímida — Ricardo Herz
- Gira-Gira — Ricardo Herz
- Velha Senhora — Nelson Ayres
- Inocente — Ricardo Herz
- Salsinha com Limão — Nelson Ayres
- Seu Domingos — Ricardo Herz
Booklet
Full credits
Nelson Ayres, piano
Ricardo Herz, violin
Recorded at the EMESP Auditorium by Daniel Tápia |
May 14 and 15, 2017
Mixed by Adonias Souza Jr. and Daniel Tápia |
Arsis Studio
Mastered by Adonias Souza Jr.
Graphic design |
Rubens Amatto
Piano technician |
Djalma Carvalho
Executive production |
Marina Herz – Herz Produções
We are grateful for the unwavering support of Paulo Braga, Paulo Zuben, Santa Marcelina Cultura, the São Paulo State Music School (EMESP), and everyone who collaborated on the production of this CD.
This project was selected through the Proac 21/2016 Call for Proposals.
Beyond the album
The live project
Discover the lineup, repertoire, and professional materials for this project.