Cal Tjader Plays the Contemporary Music of Mexico and Brazil
Cal Tjader · 1962
37 min · 12 tracks · Latin jazz
A vibrant fusion of Latin rhythms and jazz sensibilities that transports listeners to the heart of Mexico and Brazil.
Cal Tjader Plays the Contemporary Music of Mexico and Brazil is an album by Cal Tjader, released in 1962. A vibrant fusion of Latin rhythms and jazz sensibilities that transports listeners to the heart of Mexico and Brazil. This album is significant for its influential role in popularizing Latin jazz in the United States during the early 1960s. It received critical acclaim, helping to elevate the profile of Latin music in mainstream jazz circles and further inspiring subsequent artists in both genres. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Cal Tjader Plays the Contemporary Music of Mexico and Brazil sound like?
A vibrant fusion of Latin rhythms and jazz sensibilities that transports listeners to the heart of Mexico and Brazil. Rooted in Latin jazz.
What makes Cal Tjader Plays the Contemporary Music of Mexico and Brazil by Cal Tjader notable?
This album is significant for its influential role in popularizing Latin jazz in the United States during the early 1960s. It received critical acclaim, helping to elevate the profile of Latin music in mainstream jazz circles and further inspiring subsequent artists in both genres. In 1962, Cal Tjader was establishing himself as a leading figure in Latin jazz, following his breakthrough album 'Jazz at the Blackhawk' from 1960. 'Cal Tjader Plays the Contemporary Music of Mexico and Brazil' marked a pivotal moment in his career, as it showcased his deepening exploration of Latin American music and solidified his reputation as a cultural bridge between genres.
How many songs are on Cal Tjader Plays the Contemporary Music of Mexico and Brazil?
Cal Tjader Plays the Contemporary Music of Mexico and Brazil has 12 tracks, running approximately 37 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Vai Querer Standout 3:03
- 2 Qué Tristeza 2:51
- 3 Meditação Standout 3:32
- 4 Soñé 3:09
- 5 Se é Tarde, Me Perdôa 2:50
- 6 Não Diga Nada 2:48
- 7 Silenciosa 3:28
- 8 Elizete 2:30
- 9 Imagen 2:40
- 10 Tentação do Inconveniente 2:33
- 11 Preciosa 2:42
- 12 Chôro e Batuque Standout 5:01
Release Date
January 1, 1962
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
37 min 13 sec
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