Grupo Falso Baiano with special guest Kerry Politzer
The Bay Area’s Brazilian music scene includes a small but deep pool of American musicians who’ve devoted themselves to studying the history, rhythms, styles and repertoire that makes the continental South American nation such an alluring sonic realm. The four American players of Grupo Falso Baiano have collaborated and recorded with some of Brazil’s greatest musicians, and they exemplify this dedication, which is leavened with their love of jazz. Featuring percussionist Ami Molinelli, 7-string guitarist Brian Moran, mandolinist Jesse Appelman, and reed player Zack Pitt-Smith, the group is joined by Portland jazz pianist and composer Kerry Politzer, a fellow Brazilian jazz devotee. -Andrew Gilbert; East Bay Express
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