Antonio Adolfo and Carol Saboya
Ao Vivo Live
Points South


Here is an incredibly gorgeous cd that combines both the sensitive and celebrative aspects of bossa nova. Recorded during the Miami Festival in 2005, “Live” features lovely and gentle solo work by pianist Antonia Adolfo, as well as lively and insouciant vocals by Carol Saboya during a program that takes on songs by the usual suspects of Caymmi, Gil and Jobim. Backed by a rocking rhythm section, Saboya is buoyant as she floats through songs like the delicate “Fotografia” and the raucous “Canto De Ossanha.” Besides his wonderful contribution to the full band, Adolfo makes his mark playing some gorgeous solo work, particularly during the Abertura and “Carinhoso”. This disc is an absolute joy to listen to, displaying the addictive romance of Brazilian music like few other recent releases.


-George W. Harris