El clàssic de la setmana: "Jazz turns samba", el bop brasiler de Claudio Roditi

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How did Claudio Roditi blend Brazilian samba with American bop to create a new jazz sound?

The episode begins with an introduction to Claudio Roditi, a Brazilian trumpet player born in 1946 who passed away in 2020. Roditi studied classical trumpet and was influenced by Art Farmer, leading him to pursue jazz. He moved to the United States in 1970, where he developed a career playing trumpet and fiscorn, blending Brazilian melodies with North American bop. The host, Pilar Subirà, presents Roditi's version of Duke Ellington's 'In a Sentimental Mood' as a Brazilian jazz fusion piece. This track is from his album 'Samba Manhattan Style', which exemplifies the theme of jazz turning into samba. Another standard, 'Dona Li' by Charlie Parker, is discussed, with Roditi's interpretation following the album's directives. The musicians on this recording include pianist Marc Susskind, guitarist Ed Sherry, bassist David Fink, and drummer Ignacio Berroa. Roditi also performed 'A Night in Tunisia', originally by Dizzy Gillespie, in a Brazilian clave style with his octet. The episode concludes with an original composition by Roditi, 'Réservoir Samba', recorded in 1997 with his quintet. Throughout, the show emphasizes Roditi's role in bringing Brazilian rhythms to jazz, creating a unique fusion sound. The format is a guided music session, with Subirà providing commentary between tracks. Recurring themes include cultural blending, reinterpretation of standards, and Roditi's instrumental versatility. Key moments include the discussion of his influences, specific album tracks, and collaborations with other musicians. The episode serves as a tribute to Roditi's contributions to jazz, highlighting his innovative approach to music.

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