Madalena – Briza
Italian singer Madalena is in her fifties, and chose to go back to singing. She is (like me) fascinated by Brazilian music, because the language sounds so seductive and lyrics are so poetic, while the rhythm and melody are enchanting.
In addition, since childhood on the Amalfi Coast, she has also been passionate about traditional Neapolitan songs, as well as American jazz standards.
Her new CD is called ‘Briza’, which is a small cluster of vegetal hearts attached along the stem, eager to surrender to the wind. At the same time, subtle music is playing and Madalena hears those notes coming from afar.
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