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Brazilian Jazz

Isabelle Mandolinist | USA | 09/16/2005

(5 out of 5 stars)

"This CD is a beautifully refreshing blend of various Brazilian instrument sounds, including the bandolim and the seven-string guitar. The energy is soaring, spontaneous and full of vitality, while the music is expertly played in really intricate and sophisticated compositions. Not being an expert in this field, I would describe this as Brazilian jazz, combining contemporary ideas with traditional South American themes in a skillful, inventive manner. Hamilton's 10-string bandolim stands out with its light-hearted brilliance and wide range of tonal qualities.

I highly recommend this CD, especially to all plucked-strings lovers."

Modern Choro Revivalist on the Bandolim

A. J. Brown | Kalamazoo, MI | 10/06/2006

(5 out of 5 stars)

"An amazing array of modern choro tunes taken the music of the prgenitors of Jacob do Bandolim and Luprece Miranda. He has an explosive and unique style on his 10-stringed custom mandolin. (that low C really allows him to create really complex jazz chords) Such creative playing unique to any American mando player. I am not sure exactly when I first heard his music, but I am so glad I did. I think this particular CD is his finest to date. If you are a mando picker, a choro fan, or just love good music pick this up and you will not be dissapointed. Simply one of THE BEST MANDOLIN(Bandolim) players on this great planet right now."