Gilberto Gil with the London Symphony Orchestra Gilberto Gil with the London Symphony Orchestra Strings and Rhythm Machines 4 July 2012 / 19:30 Barbican Hall
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Iconic South-American singer-songwriter Gilberto Gil is joined by the London Symphony Orchestra and conductor Francois-Xavier Roth for an evening featuring new arrangements by Jaques Morelenbaum of his own songs, alongside music originating from and influenced by his beloved Brazil. Gil’s infectious music, with its inimitable combination of rock, roots, samba and reggae, has represented the cosmopolitan sounds of Brazil for the last 46 years, whereas the rich and colourful works of composer Villa-Lobos fuse earlier folk and native tunes with European classical traditions. Programme: Villa-Lobos Zoé Act 1: Danca Frenetica Villa-Lobos Amazonas Milhaud Saudades do Brasil Villa-Lobos Chôros No. 10 Rasga o Coração Selected songs by Gilberto Gil arranged by Jaques Morelenbaum Gilberto Gil vocals/guitar Bem Gil guitar Jaques Morelenbaum cello Nicolas Krassik violin Gustavo di Dalva percussion London Symphony Orchestra Francois-Xavier Roth conductor London Symphony Chorus