Toots Thielemans – The Brazil Project (HQ)

This popular set matches the brilliant harmonica player Toots Thielemans with such top Brazilian performers as Ivan Lins, Djavan, Oscar Castro-Neves, Dori Caymmi, Ricardo Silveira, Joao Bosco, Gilberto Gil, Milton Nascimento, Caetano Veloso, Luis Bonfa, Edu Lobo and Eliane Elias, in addition to bassist Brian Bromberg, keyboardist Mike Lang, trumpeter Mark Isham and Dave Grusin. Thielemans is often in a supportive role behind the many soothing Brazilian singers and performers. The atmospheric date surprisingly does not have any Jobim songs, instead emphasizing lesser-known tunes (other than Toots' greatest hit "Bluesette"). Easily recommended to fans of Brazilian pop and jazz, this CD was soon followed by a second (and equally rewarding) set featuring many of the same performers. – Scott Yanow, All Music Guide

Tracks:
1. Fruta Boce
2. Obi
3. Felicia And Bianca
4. O Cantador
5. Joana Francesa
6. Coisa Feita
7. Preciso Aprender A So Ser
8. Fruta Boa
9. Coracao Vagabundo
10. Manha De Carnaval (Morning Of The Carnival)
11. Casa Forte
12. Moments
13. Bluesette