Nana Vasconcelos - Saudades

Nana Vasconcelos - SaudadesBrazilian percussionist Nan Vasconcelos's Saudades album, recorded in March 1979, was the culmination of a dream for a musician who had long yearned to hear the berimbau in an orchestral context. This 'concerto' for an innovative player of a traditional instrument was made possible with the creative input of Egberto Gismonti, here the arranger of the material for strings, as well as co composer and supporting soloist. The Radio Symphony Orchestra

while songs like “Time” show the band’s surprising depth and range

but it's not overly interested in math

" Lyrically

It features the vocals of Diane Ward

Chattanooga and Birmingham respectively

and chamber pop to create a unique auditory landscape​

He knew how to draw the best out of those who wandered by their studios

blending traditional country instrumentation with a modern twist

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were released by Polydor Records resulting in two UK Top 20 hits

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