Tangos, waltzes and polkas (Behs) (2005)

"Ernesto Júlio de Nazareth (March 20, 1863 February 1, 1934) was a Brazilian composer and pianist, especially noted for his creative Maxixe and Choro compositions. Influenced by African rhythms and many musical styles like the Lundu and the Choro, he never fully accepted this influence, refusing to give popular names to his compositions. A musician of classical training, he classified his music as "Brazilian tangos", since the Argentine tango and dances were considered fashionable at the time. His piano repertoire is now part of the teaching programs of both classical and popular styles, as Nazareth once served at the boundary between these two worlds." (wikipedia) Op deze CD 17 werken van deze componist, gespeeld door Iara Behs (piano). "The selections here demonstrate Nazareth's natural ability to combine Brazilian dance rhythms in new ways, with original, pleasing melodies. Behs' performance demonstrates why the works became classics of Brazilian music." (Allmusic, 4 sterren)