Name: Estrada do Sol 70’s Brasil presented by Jazz at the MEMO
Start: 2026-04-27T19:00:00-04:00
Location: Memorial Hall OTR

$Estrada do Sol 70\u2019s Brasil presented by Jazz at the MEMO$

Estrada do Sol Explores Brazil in the 1970s, an era defined by the flourishing of Música Popular Brasileira (MPB), evolved from Tropicália, Bossa Nova, and Samba, blending Brazilian rhythms with soul and funk, along with influences of psychedelic rock and international pop. They will explore the music of Milton Nascimento, Ivan Lins, Caetano Veloso and others who thrived in a culture that faced a military dictatorship and censorship.
Brian Cashwell-piano
Andrea Cefalo-vocals
Carlos Vargas Ortiz-guitar
Teddy Mechley-bass
Kiko Sebrian-drums
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