Mar Azul

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In 1991, just a year before she hit it big in Europe with Miss Perfumado, Cesaria Evora hit her stride in Paris with this warm and wonderful recording of morna music from Cape Verde. Produced with a light touch by José de Silva, Mar Azul is still close to the nightclub, to the smoke and whiskey roots of her music as she sang it back home; the great band seamlessly mixes jazz, blues, swing, Latin, and African music into something unique for its time. It is lush yet simple, beautiful and gritty and clean, and totally about this voice. An acoustic guitar or piano rules each track, with bass, light percussion, and touches of violin, clarinet, harmonica, or horn just brushing up against it. This is really where Evora developed comparisons to Billy Holiday, in her ability to sound both fragile and tough. Like classic jazz-blues, this music is about pain and elegance, expressed through a voice that convinces you she has seen both and often can't tell the difference. --Louis Gibson

Entertainment Weekly
Evora's gift for conveying vulnerability across language and culture is astonishing.

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Average customer rating: Soothing Velvety Voice and Melody Just A Beautiful Album CESARIA'S BEST? Mar Azul how detroit taught me to love cesaria evora

Mar Azul Cesaria Evora Manufacturer: RCA Victor ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Cape Verde | Africa | International | Styles | Music General | Africa | International | Styles | Music General | International | Styles | Music General | South & Central America | International | Styles | Music Similar Items: Miss Perfumado Cabo Verde Voz D'Amor Cafe Atlantico Rogamar ASIN: B000066NWN Release Date: 2002-05-21

Tracks:

1. Mar Azul
2. Cize
3. Estanhadinha
4. Cabo Verde
5. Belga
6. Cretcheu Di Ceu
7. Cinturao Tem Mele (Danca Tcha Tcha Tcha)
8. Separacao

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In 1991, just a year before she hit it big in Europe with Miss Perfumado, Cesaria Evora hit her stride in Paris with this warm and wonderful recording of morna music from Cape Verde. Produced with a light touch by José de Silva, Mar Azul is still close to the nightclub, to the smoke and whiskey roots of her music as she sang it back home; the great band seamlessly mixes jazz, blues, swing, Latin, and African music into something unique for its time. It is lush yet simple, beautiful and gritty and clean, and totally about this voice. An acoustic guitar or piano rules each track, with bass, light percussion, and touches of violin, clarinet, harmonica, or horn just brushing up against it. This is really where Evora developed comparisons to Billy Holiday, in her ability to sound both fragile and tough. Like classic jazz-blues, this music is about pain and elegance, expressed through a voice that convinces you she has seen both and often can't tell the difference. --Louis Gibson

Customer Reviews:

Soothing Velvety Voice and Melody.......2007-05-19

We are never tired of this album of Cesaria Evora... Perfect background music while entertaining guests. I imagine myself in an old European Cafe where time has stopped. Sometimes it takes me to a far away place by the sea.

Just A Beautiful Album.......2002-06-27

MAR AZUL by CESARIA EVORA is just a beautiful cd that I havent stopped listening to since I bought it a few weeks ago. I have 5 of her cd's and I like nothing better to do than just lie back and relax and listen to her music. When I hear her voice and the music, I few that I am being trasported to a different land far from where I presently am. I have to say, it is her voice that truly stands out on her albums. Some have compared her to
Billie Holiday, and I think that might be a fair comparison. I can't think of any weak spots on this album, each songs is just so great. This is a must have for any serious music fan. I also recommend CAFE ATLANTICO and CABO VERDE to add to your collection. I dont think that you will be disappointed.

CESARIA'S BEST?.......2000-12-20

As someone who lovingly possesses all of Cesaria Evora's albums, I am tempted to call "Mar Azul" her best. It's certainly the best introduction to a wonderful artist, a true world treasure. "Miss Perfumado" is a close second, and "Cabo Verde" is superb. But for seductive dreaminess it's "Mar Azul" all the way.

Mar Azul.......1999-11-23

Her voice is like butter. If you like wonderful, soothing/soulful music this is a wonderful cd to listen to or play in the background.

how detroit taught me to love cesaria evora.......1999-09-11

i fell in love with cesaria evora during my years of graduate studies in detroit. perhaps it was the general romantic-dismal mood of most midwestern cities (detroit falling more towards dismal than romantic) that brought me to appreciate the sweet melancholy sound of her voice. a woman who travelled to paris from cabo verde, a small island off the coast of west africa, subsequently winning the hearts of the french and soon the hearts of many people throughout the world.

in an epoch of the 'gorgeous pre-pubescent nymphette singer/songwriters' its wonderful to hear from an artist whose voice transcends the superficial boundaries of media-hype. an elder three-hundered pound dark-skinned island woman who i once only recognized as 'the barefoot diva'

Average customer rating: One of Djavan's best

Nao E Azul Mas E Mar Djavan Manufacturer: Sbme Import ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Brazil | South & Central America | International | Styles | Music General | International | Styles | Music Samba | Latin Music | International | Styles | Music General | Latin Music | Styles | Music Latin Pop | Latin Music | Styles | Music General | Dance Pop | Dance & DJ | Styles | Music International | Imports | Stores | Music ASIN: B00000G7UL Release Date: 1995-04-01

Tracks:

1. Soweto
2. Bouquet
3. Me Leve
4. Dou-NDou
5. Florir
6. Carnaval No Rio
7. Navio
8. Ma
9. Real
10. Doidice

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One of Djavan's best.......2007-03-03

Yes, Djavan seems to find a perfect musical place between samba and jazz, making his music immensly enjoyable, very tropical, so Brasil; and this CD is just one more example.
This CD is actually the all-portuguese version of his Bird of Paradise CD recorded the same year with the same musicians:
- Djavan / Guitar, Vocals, Production
- George Duke / Acoustic Piano
- Harvey Mason / Drums
- Nathan East / Bass
- Greg Philinganes / Keyboards
- Jorge del Barrio / Strings Arrangements
- Paulinho Da Costa / Percussions
- Larry Williams / Keyboards
- Vinnie Colaiuta / Drums
- Ronnie Foster / Keyboards
- Teo Lima / Drums
- Sizao Machado / Bass
and many more......

If you're into Djavan's music; make this one yours before it goes OOP.

Average customer rating: The REAL Sound of Brazil

Domingo Azul Do Mar Wanda Sá Manufacturer: Deckdisk ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Brazil | South & Central America | International | Styles | Music General | International | Styles | Music Mexico | International | Styles | Music General | Latin Music | Styles | Music Bossa Nova | Latin Music | Styles | Music Latin Jazz | Jazz | Styles | Music International | Imports | Stores | Music Similar Items: Wanda Sa com Joao Donato Softly! Vagamente Eu E a Musica The Sound of Ipanema/Rio ASIN: B00006LW3W Release Date: 2002-09-18

Tracks:

1. Sabedoria
2. Domingo Azul Do Mar
3. Jobiniando
4. It's Too Late
5. Entao, Que Tal?
6. Ciume
7. Nao Faz Assim/Tem Do de Mim
8. Nana
9. Comigo E Assim
10. Melancolia
11. Tete
12. O Amor Que Acabou
13. What a Wonderful World

Customer Reviews:

The REAL Sound of Brazil.......2004-08-13

I first heard Wanda Sa in 1965 when she had come to America with Sergio Mendes. At the time I was impressed with her quiet presentation of beautiful Brazilian music. Unfortunately, she disappeared from the musical scene. For years I looked for her, realizing that she had a quality that no other Brazilian singer possessed. Fortunately, she is back with us and blessing us with her wonderful voice, her outstanding presentation and her undying talent. When I found her online I immediately bought all of her CDs that are available. To review one is to review them all. When I listen to Wanda, in my mind I can be on a beach in Ipanama, Canoa Quebrada, Morro Branco or Jericoacoara feeling the warm sand, the Atlantic Ocean, the warm breezes or the unlimited starlight night with the whole Southern Hemisphere laid out in front of me. She is the essence of Brazil with her warm, sexy voice and impecable backing, be it a small group or a larger band. She begins where Astrud, Gal, Nara, Regina and other Brazilian singers left off. Just one example is "O Amor Que Acabou"; when I listen to that song I'm immediately transfered to a beach somewhere in Brazil with all the wonderous adventures that Brazil contains. If you really want to know the depths of Brazil, this is one of the five CD's to buy.

Average customer rating:

Albano Y Romina Power[canta En Espanol] "Dialogo" 1-dialogo[arena Blanca,mar Azul] 2-sharazan 3-me Enamoro De Ti 4-felicidad 5-siempre,siempre 6-historia De Dos Enamorados 7-libertad 8-andrea 9-el Pequeno Tamborilero 10-el Nino De Maria[ Extra Tracks] 11- Felicita[version Italico]12-liberta[version Italiana] 13-dialogo[version Italiano] 14-sharazan[version Italiano] 15-FELICITA [VERSION ITALIANO ProductGroup: Classical Binding: Audio CD ASIN: B000MDKIPM

Product Description

CONTIEN BONUS TRACKS 16-FELICITA[VERSION ITALIANO] 17-LIBERTA[VERSION ITALIANO] 18-DIALOGO[VERSION ITALEANO] 19-SHARAZAN[VERSION ITALIANO] digitalizacion realizad bajo licencia RCA [ITALIANA] MUY IMPORTANTE ESTE DISCO SE ESTA VENDIENDO CON DERECHOS AL PRODUCTOR/NO ES PIRATA ES ORIGINAL/DISCO ITALIANO/ PARA MAS INFORACION CONTACTAR A 100 ANOS DE MUSICA.

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Domingo Azul Do Mar Wanda Sá Manufacturer: Video Arts Music ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Brazil | South & Central America | International | Styles | Music General | Latin Music | Styles | Music Bossa Nova | Latin Music | Styles | Music General | Jazz | Styles | Music Latin Jazz | Jazz | Styles | Music Jazz | Imports | Stores | Music ASIN: B000060NH9 Release Date: 2005-01-01

Tracks:

1. Sabedoria
2. Domingo Azul Do Mar
3. Jobiniando
4. It's Too Late
5. Entao, Que Tal?
6. Ciume
7. Nao Faz Assim/Tem Do de Mim
8. Nana
9. Comigo E Assim
10. Melancolia
11. Tete
12. O Amor Que Acabou
13. What a Wonderful World

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Las Estrellas De La Hora Azul Manufacturer: SONY & BMG MUSIC ENTERTAINMENT ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Latin Music | Styles | Music ASIN: B000G1M9Z2

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Mar Azul Cesaria Evora Manufacturer: Qualiton Imports Ltd ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | International | Styles | Music ASIN: B00000DWKI Release Date: 1995-11-28

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Todo Azul Do Mar Various Artists Manufacturer: Dubas Musica ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Brazil | South & Central America | International | Styles | Music General | International | Styles | Music Samba | Latin Music | International | Styles | Music Afro Brazilian | Latin Music | International | Styles | Music General | Latin Music | Styles | Music Latin Pop | Latin Music | Styles | Music Bossa Nova | Latin Music | Styles | Music Brazilian Jazz | Jazz | Styles | Music Latin Jazz | Jazz | Styles | Music International | Imports | Stores | Music ASIN: B00000GA3I

Tracks:

1. Peixinhos Do Mar - Milton Nascimento
2. Cais - Caetano Veloso
3. Quem Vem Pra Beira Do Mar - Luis Brasil, , Jussara Silveira
4. Milagre - Dorival Caymmi, Nana Caymmi
5. Sol Negro - Maria Betha
6. Rainha Do Mar - Gal Costa
7. Como Uma Onda - Lulu Santos
8. Menino Do Rio - Baby Consuelo
9. Para Jogar No Oceano - Paulinho da Viola, Velha Guarda da Portela
10. Mar de Copacabana - Gilberto Gil
11. Arrast- Edu Lobo
12. Marambaia - Elis Regina
13. Tanto Mar - Chico Buarque
14. Azul da Cor Do Mar/Todo Azul Do Mar - Flo Venturini

Average customer rating:

No La Puedo Olvidar Mar Azul Manufacturer: Joey International ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | International | Styles | Music Mexico | International | Styles | Music General | Latin Music | Styles | Music ASIN: B00008F9LP Release Date: 1995-04-16

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Lo Mejor de...Vol.2 Mar Azul Manufacturer: Music Art Productions ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD ASIN: B000RKN71C

Product Description

12 Tracks

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8. Pure Brazil: Samba Social Club
9. Queen: Remixes [Import]
10. Raices Africanas [Live]

Rock Music

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