Gaia Wilmer Large Ensemble - Folia: The Music of Egberto Gismonti (2023)

The magical music of Brazilian composer/guitarist/pianist Egberto Gismonti has enchanted generations of listeners. His celebrated blend of folkloric, jazz, and popular music has stationed Gismonti in the pantheon of Brazilian music. Composer/arranger Gaia Wilmer fell under Gismonti’s spell as a youngster and now honors him with her new large ensemble recording, Folia.
Originally from the south Brazilian city of Florianópolis, Wilmer began her study of music late in life. It wasn’t until after graduating with a degree in international relations that Wilmer began to pursue her love of music by moving to Rio de Janeiro to study and perform. After four years, she then decided to move to Boston, where she studied at the Berklee College of Music and the New England Conservatory. While studying, Wilmer presented music with her octet in Boston and New York City.
Tracklist
CD1
1. Folia (7:06)
2. Em Família (6:59)
3. 7 Anéis (7:02)
4. Bianca (5:25)
5. Infância (10:53)

CD2
1. Lôro (11:23)
2. Karatê (8:28)
3. Maracatu (9:34)
4. Cego Aderaldo (11:12)
5. Baião Malandro (7:12)