João Tostes encapsulates a significant moment in Brazilian music history with the live release of “Delicato Ukulele,” recorded at The Curupira Concert in 2018. This trio performance, featuring Felipe Moreira and Diogo Fernandes, marks not only a live presentation but also the release of naturæ, the inaugural Brazilian album solely devoted to the ukulele. The recording serves as an artistic and cultural landmark.
The arrangement, devoid of percussion, highlights the ukulele, enabling phrasing, dynamics, and real-time interaction to define the composition. The piano and bass interact seamlessly with the lead melody, providing harmonic richness and spontaneous dialogue instead of mere accompaniment. The outcome is a performance that appears vibrant, interactive, and profoundly interconnected among the three musicians.
Throughout the years, “Delicato Ukulele” has emerged as João Tostes’ most sought-after composition, performed globally and appreciated by audiences in more than 140 countries. This live rendition is particularly noteworthy, as it represents the inaugural presentation of the piece on stage with the identical trio configuration utilized in the original studio recording. The rapport among the players is evident, founded on trust and a common musical vernacular.
This release from The Curupira Concert live album provides listeners with insight into a pivotal stage of João Tostes' artistic evolution. It is a commemoration of nuance, cooperation, and the evocative potential of the ukulele. Beyond a mere performance, it constitutes a preserved moment that continues to influence the contemporary Brazilian ukulele repertoire.

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