Jazz Impressions Of Black Orpheus – VINCE GUARALDI TRIO****

Samba De Orpheus/Mahna De Carnaval/O Nosso Amor/Generique/Cast Your Fate To The Wind/Moon River/ Alma-Ville/Since I Fell For You

Jazz pianist Vince Guaraldi and his trio's interpretation of Black Orpheus includes the original version of Cast Your Fate To The Wind. The 1965 hit version by Sounds Orchestral is more familiar to the UK audience. (US:24)

"With Guaraldi's fleet, always rhythmic piano driving these concise trio settings, Black Orpheus remains a seductive delight, probing the then exotic push and pull of samba with glee, but leaving ample room for more contemplative ballads that still remain deeply affecting."

"Guaraldi's own wistful and swinging Cast Your Fate To The Wind was a surprise hit single in 1962. The song would later receive a more expansive pop cover, but its Guaraldi's original that remains the superior performance."

"The name of Vince Guaraldi may not readily come to mind but this is a definitely a heavy swinging jazz combo and well worth getting into if you dig that sound. Incidentally, you'll probably recognize the haunting Manha De Carnaval as the tune better known now as Black Orpheus."

"With Jazz Impressions Of Black Orpheus, Vince Guaraldi created one of the most original, recognizable, and joyous sounds in piano jazz. This item is an absolutely wonderful interpretation of the Black Orpheus theme."

"The lively keyboard work, the sympathetic rhythm section, the Latin flourishes, the tender ballads, and the playful swinging all come together to create an instant classic."

"Guaraldi cranks out music like few others. What makes him special? Aside from his trademark 'crushed tone thirds', he delivers at multiple levels. I can be swept away by the joy, bouncing with the beat, or running to my piano room to practice."