Guilherme Verguerio - Espiritu (2011) [Hi-Res]

‘Espiritu’ is a remarkable album. It is full of beautiful Brazilian melodies which are perfectly suited to being played on piano and the magical seven stringed guitar. Guilherme and Carlos are wonderful musicians who make this album a sheer joy to listen to, and whose playing faultlessly complements each other.

The music has an effortless quality to it; relaxing yet full of hidden depths on repeated listening. The combination of the piano’s percussive qualities and the crystal clear guitar with its cheeky extra string make for a truly revelationary album.

It's hard to find the right words to describe this very special recording. I guess poignant, simple, lyrical and all so musical would be an appropriate description. This duo recording features pianist Guilherme Vergueiro and guitarist Carlos Dos Santos. If you love the atmosphere created while listening to the music of Antonio Carlos Jobim, you will come to realize that Espiritu is a classic recording not only of the past year but in a long long while. these two musicians create a symbiotic relationship that transcends music and life to create a masterpiece.
The opening 'Ternura' is a ten minute plus excursion into how to play softly and effectively. Both musicians listening carefully to one another and focusing on the piece and what it has to offer. sweeping notes played soothingly as if enveloped by a gentle wave. Repeated listening offer a more introspective journey and sets the stage for what is to follow.

'Ingenuo' sounds like the 1960's song 'More'. It's upbeat tempo gracefully careens the listener into a breezy atmosphere full of life and possibilities.

The piece 'Simply Simple' is a mid tempo arrangement showcasing the talents of these two musicians. You have a sense that they are playing 'together' as one, in tune with each other and delivering another gem. Carlos's gentle strumming compliments Guilherme's evocative style.

The rest of this recording is more of the same great playing to fine pieces. This is a recording that warrants many listens and is sure to please many listeners to this form of music. Effortless in it's execution yet musical in it's revelations, Espiritu is one of the most beautiful recordings to come along in many years. (Lee Prosser, jazzreview.com)

“Everything about this music is tasteful” (David Freeman)

Guilherme Vergueiro, Piano
Carlos Dos Santos, Seven String Guitar

Tracklist:
01. Guilherme Verguerio - Ternura (10:24)
02. Guilherme Verguerio - Ingenuo (4:12)
03. Guilherme Verguerio - Se Acaso Você Chegasse (3:54)
04. Guilherme Verguerio - Simply Simple (4:09)
05. Guilherme Verguerio - Despedida (5:21)
06. Guilherme Verguerio - Ri Melhor (5:00)
07. Guilherme Verguerio - Aquarela Do Brasil (5:35)
08. Guilherme Verguerio - Homenagem à Velha Guarda (6:17)
09. Guilherme Verguerio - Subindo O Morro (3:18)
10. Guilherme Verguerio - A Flor E O Espinho (4:01)
11. Guilherme Verguerio - A Alegria Voltou (2:42)
12. Guilherme Verguerio - Thinking of You (5:20)
13. Guilherme Verguerio - Sou Só (4:35)