The Brazilian Sound
The Brazilian Sound The leading Brazilian Music Guide, now available in a revised, expanded edition

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MusicBrazilian music, musica brasileira, MPB, samba, bossa nova, choro, forró, baiao, xaxado, frevo, maracatu, musica caipira, musica sertaneja, axé music, bloco afro, afoxé, funk carioca, pagode, partido alto, samba-enredo, samba-canção, samba de roda, coco, embolada, repente, lundu, maxixe, batuque, batucada, carimbó, guitarrada, lambada, technobrega, capoeira, berimbau, afoxê, repique, tamborim, caixa, cuíca, surdo, ganzá, agogô, cavaquinho
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The Brazilian Sound (at Amazon USA)

The Brazilian Sound (at Amazon U.K.)

The Brazilian Sound (at Amazon Canada)

The Brazilian Sound (at Amazon Germany)

The Brazilian Sound (at Amazon France)

The Brazilian Sound (at Amazon Japan)

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Brazilian Music at Amazon.com (U.S.)

Brazilian Music at Amazon (U.K.)

Brazilian Music at Amazon (Canada)


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   The Brazilian Sound's Blurbs
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The Brazilian Sound: Samba, Bossa Nova and the Popular Music of Brazil (Temple University Press), by Chris McGowan and Ricardo Pessanha, is the leading guide to Brazilian music in English, and has been translated into German, French and Japanese. An updated, expanded 3rd edition of the book is now available worldwide through Amazon.

Where to find The Brazilian Sound:
The Brazilian Sound (at Amazon USA)
The Brazilian Sound (at Amazon U.K.)
The Brazilian Sound (at Amazon Canada)
The Brazilian Sound (at Amazon Germany)
The Brazilian Sound (at Amazon France)
The Brazilian Sound (at Amazon Japan)
Toca do Vinicius (Rio de Janeiro)
Bossa Nova e Companhia (Rio de Janeiro)

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The Brazilian Sound at Twitter

About the new edition of The Brazilian Sound:
"The good just got better."--Fernando Gonzalez, Jazziz

"Here is an illustrated guide to the rich music of Brazil—its history, styles, performers, instruments, and impact on musicians around the globe. From the boisterous rhythms of samba to the cool elegance of bossa nova to the hot percussion of Bahian axé music, The Brazilian Sound celebrates a world music phenomenon. The acclaimed musical guide also explores choro, maracatu, frevo, forró and other genres less familiar to those outside Brazil, as well as Brazilian rock and jazz, and the music that accompanies capoeira.

"The new and revised edition of The Brazilian Sound includes discussions of developments in samba and other key genres, the rise of female singer-songwriters in recent years, new works by established artists like Milton Nascimento and Marisa Monte, and the mixing of bossa with electronica. This clearly written and lavishly illustrated encyclopedic survey features new entries and photographs, an extensive glossary of Brazilian music terms and more."

The third edition also contains new discussions of:
-música sertaneja and música caipira
-Brazilian funk, rap/hip-hop, and electronic dance music
-important new samba and MPB artists
-new music in northern Brazil, including guitarrada and technobrega

Critical Praise for The Brazilian Sound:
“It continues to be the most informative -- and eminently readable -- book about Brazilian popular music."—Don Heckman, The Los Angeles Times

“The coverage is complete.... Above all, this welcome survey is responsible and reliable.”—Charles Perrone, Luso-Brazilian Review

“Well researched...its breadth of coverage is impressive.”—Randal Johnson, Hispanic American Historical Review

"Highly recommended."--Kazadi wa Mukuna, Kent State University, writing in CHOICE

"Now that the Internet has made it easier to find and explore once-exotic musical genres, people looking for information about all the kinds of music in Brazil will love this book."--Bill Walker, Library Journal

"A great panoramic description of the whole Brazilian music scene."—Antonio Adolfo, Brazilian composer & music professor

"The definitive reference source on Brazilian music."—Bruce Gilman, Brazzil magazine

"For anyone interested in Brazilian music, this is an essential book -- or, rather, the essential book."—Dave McElfresh, Jazz Now

"A must-have for anyone trying to get a grasp of the extraordinarily diverse music of Brazil...an indispensible book."—Dennis Miller, The Brazilian Monthly

"Enlightening descriptions of musical styles."—Martha Carvalho, Popular Music

"One of the top ten books ever written about Latin music."—Carlos Suarez, Miami magazine

Also see: More Brazilian Sound Reviews & Ordering Information

About the Authors:
Chris (J.C.) McGowan has written about Brazilian music for Billboard, Musician, Pulse!, The Beat and other publications, and was a contributor to The Encyclopedia of Latin American History and Culture (Scribner’s). He authored the digital-media study Entertainment in the Cyber Zone: Exploring the Interactive Universe of Multimedia (Random House), and (as J.C. McGowan) recently published a satirical science-fiction novel, The Big God Network, which abounds with references to Brazilian culture. McGowan also blogs about culture and politics for The Huffington Post.

Ricardo Pessanha has been a Brazilian music consultant to foreign journalists, music producers, and filmmakers, and a music lecturer for academic programs. He was a musical consultant for Billboard’s Viva Brazil special issue in 1987, which was edited by McGowan and was the first major survey of Brazilian music in an American publication. Pessanha has also worked in the areas of publicity and translation for major Brazilian music and video companies. He is the co-author, along with Carla Cintia Conteiro of Caetano Veloso: L'âme brésilienne, a biography of Brazilian singer-songwriter Caetano Veloso in French, published by Editions Demi-Lune.

Sources for Brazilian music, DVDs and books:
Brazilian Music at Amazon.com
Brazilian Music at Amazon (U.K.)
Brazilian Music at Amazon (Canada)

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The Congo Square Project Foundation

The Congo Square Project Foundation



Nov 6 2009 7:12 PM

WE HAVE FINALLY COMPLETED FOUR ALBUMS FOR OUR FOUNDATION TO HELP THE NEW ORLEANS MUSICIANS IN NEED FEATURING LOUIE BELLSON, PRESERVATION HALL JAZZ BAND, EARL PALMER, HUBERT SUMLIN, LEVON HELM, DR. LONNIE SMITH, JIMMY COBB, CHUCK E. WEISS, JAVON JACKSON, CLEM BURKE, LARRY CAMPBELL, AIRTO MOREIRA, COUGAR & RUBEN ESTRADA, WASHBOARD CHAZ, MIKE WATT, STEVE JORDAN, DANNY 'KOOTCH' KORTCHMAR, JOHN BOUDREAUX, JAMES GADSON, TANMOY BOSE, CLIVE BUNKER, IRA COLEMAN, PETER ERSKINE, JERRY JUMONVILLE, PETE LOCKETT, SANTA DAVIS, JOHNNY VIDACOVICH, SAM CARR, BILL BRUFORD, KEITH CARLOCK, STANTON MOORE, SOUHAIL KASPAR, AFRICAN MUSICIANS, NATIVE AMERICAN TRIBES, GOSPEL CHOIRS, CLASSICAL ENSEMBLES, TAP DANCING, LATIN ENSEMBLES, MARDI GRASS INDIANS, STREET MUSICIANS, DJ RE-MIXES, ETC. . . CURRENTLY LOOKING FOR THE RIGHT RECORD COMPANY TO RELEASE THESE WONDERFUL GEMS. PLEASE, HELP US SUPPORT THEE CRADLE OF MODERN MUSIC!!! REGARDS, FABIAN JOLIVET
Concreto Rosa "Esotico Modello"

Long Single Red Rose



Nov 6 2009 7:12 PM

I Appreciate Our Friendship,

Lucianna
Crystina Maez

Crystina Maez



Nov 6 2009 7:12 PM

May you have your feet on the ground, your heart in the stars and clarity in your mind.
Jackeline Olivier

Jackeline Olivier



Nov 6 2009 7:12 PM

you're welcome, and thank you for the request :-)
Dre’Boogie *ELEMENTO PR1MO*

Dre’Boogie *ELEMENTO PR1MO*



Nov 6 2009 7:12 PM

Ciao! Grazie per l'connection and amicizia :)!*maintain the link* Much love, respect and support always :) Peace from Brooklyn**one love* :)!
Satyen Thaker

Satyen Thaker



Oct 31 2009 3:32 PM

Thanks for accepting my add!

Satyen
Sonoris Fábrica

Sonoris Fábrica



Oct 31 2009 12:46 PM

THANK YOU SO MUCH TO ADD US : )
CONGRADULATIONS FOR YOUR WORK.
IT'S GREAT!!!!!
LEnoX mayes jr

LEnoX mayes jr



Oct 27 2009 12:24 PM

Thanks
for your friendship & add,your music is GREAT!!!
Come bye anytime listen to some of my tunes,
maybe send a comment.
Lenox Mayes jr.(Kalimba Master) Ft.Worth Tx.

GOD BLESS.
Fernando Freitez Gassàn

Fernando Freitez Gassàn



Oct 27 2009 12:24 PM

GRACIAS AMIGOS,POR VISITAR MI PAGINA Y AÑADIRME,
Y QUE TODOS SUS PROYECTOS DE DIFUSION DE LA MARAVILLOSA MUSICA BRASILEÑA SIEMPRE TENGAN MUCHO EXITO.
GRACIAS DE NUEVO Y UN GRAN SALUDO PARA USTEDES
Dr. Knowdare: From another time.

Dr. Knowdare: From another time.



Oct 27 2009 12:24 PM

You are quite welcome I appreciate you.
Joe De Sa

Joe De Sa



Oct 27 2009 12:24 PM

Pleasure to be a friend !

Warmest regards,

Joe De Sa
Tereza Virginia

Tereza Virginia



Oct 26 2009 1:12 PM

Thanks for the add and for enjoying Brazilian music, Tereza Virginia.
RE-VO

RE-VO



Oct 26 2009 1:02 AM

Bom dia, Chris and Ricardo!

"He who doesn't like 'The Brazilian Sound' isn't a good guy.
He's rotten in the head or sick in the feet."
(Dorival Caymmi & Heitor Revomento)

Hey, guys. I just got a copy of the revised and expanded edition of "The Brazilian Sound." I was already a fan of the first edition (1997), but this one is even better. You guys rock!

Peace, love, and surdos,
RE-VO
Marlene

Marlene Murray



Oct 26 2009 1:01 AM

I'd love to be friends with you.
Concreto Rosa "Esotico Modello"

Long Single Red Rose



Oct 17 2009 1:31 AM

Enjoy A Beautiful Week, Thank You For Your Beautiful Music...


Lucianna
Modern Bossa Band

Modern Bossa Band



Oct 10 2009 9:54 PM

Hey guys, thanks for the friendship and the kind words.
Um abraço.
Jose
Armenian Jazz Band

Armenian Jazz Band



Oct 9 2009 9:52 PM

Thank you very much for your friendship! Have you ever heard of Armenian legendary DUDUK (a reed instrument made from aged apricot wood), and how it mixed with a modern Big Band technique! If not you're in for a big SURPRISE ! ! ! Listen and enjoy the incredible WORLD-JAZZ Mix on our page. Armen Martirosian artistic director Armenian Jazz Band
Paulo Ciranda

Paulo Ciranda



Oct 3 2009 8:36 PM

Obrigado amigos,
Music and Peace
for all.
Abraços,
Ciranda.
Toninho Borbo

Toninho Borbo



Oct 3 2009 8:36 PM

Hi everyone! See a clip art produced by students Arte and Media (UFCG) Paraíba Brazil. Music chosen “Is poetry” was recorded on 2007 album called PARA FINS DE MERCADO. Embrace!

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Fernando Deghi-Viola Brasileira

Fernando Deghi-Viola Brasileira



Sep 29 2009 3:32 PM

Abraço do Brasil.Sucesso!!!
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Christian Lombardo



Sep 29 2009 3:32 PM

thanx 4 D add/LET THERE BE ROCK
Michael Anthony

Michael Anthony



Sep 26 2009 2:33 PM

Thanks for the add!
Obrigado por adicionar!
RE-VO

RE-VO



Sep 20 2009 9:32 PM

Bom Dia, The Brazilian Sound!

Greetings, Chris and Ricardo. I trust that you are well, my friends.

"Far from the fences adorned with flags
That separate backyards,
RE-VO's flying saucer's sonorous shadow lands
At the calm summit
of the Brazilian Sound's MS site."
(Raul Seixas, Orlando Revomento)

Wishing you a joyous weekend of bateria and batucada.
Peace, love, and space-brotherhood,
RE-VO
Grupo Ogum Capoeira Angola Napoli

Mestre Carcarà



Sep 18 2009 1:16 PM

axè pra todos voceis! :)
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