Product DescriptionJapanese import; issued in 1985 (George Wein Collection/Concord CCD-43007) CD; Produced by Airto Moreira
Track list:
1. 20 Years Blue (Sueli Costa-Vitor Martins)
2. Move It On Up (G.T.Moore-Airto Moreira)
3. Jogral (Jose Neto-Filo-Djavan)
4. Bad Jive (Hermeto Pascoal-Airto Moreira)
5. Humble People (Moreno-Moreira)
6. Nvula leza Kia/Humbiumbi (Felipe Mukenga)
7. Jungle Cry (Moreno-Moreira)
8. New Flora (Flora Purim-Airto Moreira)
9. Shoulder [Ombro] (Joanes-Purim)
Band:
Kei Akagi, David Sanborn, David Zeheir, Jeff Elliot, Jerry Gonzales, Jerry Tietz, Joe Farrell, Jorge Dalto, Jose Neto, Milton Cardona, Randy Tico, Sergio Brandao, Toni Moreno
This is an intriguing set that finds singer Flora Purim joined by a rather large Brazilian fusion rhythm section, altoist David Sanborn, Joe Farrell (on tenor, soprano and flute) and trumpeter Jeff Elliot. Although none of the new originals are overly memorable, the music has plenty of spirit, and Purim (who as usual is assisted by her percussionist husband Airto) is in excellent form. ~ Scott Yanow, All Music Guide