Wednesday, September 24, 2008

Milton Nascimento and The Jobim Trio Pay Tribute to Bossa Nova


Legendary Brazilian singer Milton Nascimento, one of the world's great voices and an iconic figure since the 60s with roots in the Clube da Esquina scene in Minas Gerais, has joined forces with the Jobim Trio to celebrate the 50th anniversary of bossa nova in Miami. The Jobim Trio is led by Paulo and Daniel Jobim, son and grandson of composer Antonio Carlos Jobim, along with drummer Paulo Braga. Nascimento's divine voice and the Trio's sublime arrangements pay tribute to the rhythm of Brazil and remember the great compositions of the bossa nova master.This is the US debut for this ensemble, touring in support of the beautiful new CD Novas Bossas, (Blue Note Records 2008).


Milton Nascimento + Jobim Trio in concert
Saturday October 4th, 8 pm
Adrienne Arsht Center for Performing Arts
Knight Concert Hall, 1300 Biscayne Blvd, Miami
Rhythm Foundation members, call the office at (305) 672-5202 for direct ticketing.

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