San-São Trio: Brazilian Chamber Jazz

Combining the worlds of Brazilian music and jazz in a chamber music setting, these three instrumentalists have produced a body of work that blends the swinging exuberance, virtuosity, and charm of Brazil’s varied rhythms along with the country's characteristic tender lyricism; mix all this with the spontaneous discoveries of Jazz improvisation and you have a unique trio. The repertoire of original compositions and arrangements by Freire and Godoy covers the entire range of traditional and modern Brazilian genres. Although some might expect such a group to also include bass and percussion, Amilton Godoy's amazing left hand rules out any disappointment in this area; he is a one-man rhythm section!

“For me, Amilton is one of the best pianists in the land; always has been and always will be!” Hermeto Pascoal:

João Bosco: “Amilton is one of the greats in the history of our music.”

calls Léa “a strong reminder of…