Brazilian Jazz Stompers

Origin

Brasil

Years active

1975

Genres

jazz, mpb

Instruments

trumpet, vocals, clarinet, alto saxophone, tenor saxophone, baritone saxophone, bassoon, bass clarinet, piano, acoustic guitar, banjo, bass, drums, washboard

Biography

The Brazilian Jazz Stompers was a Brazilian musical group that stood out in the country's instrumental jazz scene. Formed in 1975, the group released a self-titled album that year, featuring a sound that blended elements of traditional jazz with Brazilian influences.

The debut album featured musicians such as André Busic (trumpet and vocals), Gil Silva (clarinet and alto saxophone), Fernando Tancredi (tenor saxophone, baritone saxophone, bassoon, and bass clarinet), Luchin Montoya (piano), Reynaldo Mayer (acoustic guitar and banjo), Moises Ferreira (bass), and Alcides Lima (drums and washboard). The lineup demonstrated the versatility and caliber of the musicians involved, exploring arrangements reminiscent of dixieland and easy listening, but with the distinct characteristic of being performed by Brazilian artists.

The work of the Brazilian Jazz Stompers, although concentrated in a single known phonographic record, is a testament to the richness and diversity of jazz produced in Brazil. The group contributed to the dissemination of the instrumental genre, showing the adaptability and originality of Brazilian musicians in dialoguing with international styles, such as jazz, and integrating them into their own musical identity. Rosa Maria's participation on a few tracks adds a vocal touch that further enriches the album's sonic experience.