CARLOS HENRIQUE PEREIRA - Northern Readings (2026) [Hi-Res]

Carlos Henrique Pereira's album "Northern Readings" is a sophisticated synthesis of Brazilian folk traditions, classical chamber music, and jazz. The compositions reflect the artist's journey from Minas Gerais to California, balancing structural complexity with expressive freedom. The recording features both meticulously crafted arrangements for strings and rhythm sections, as well as spontaneous solo improvisations recorded in a single take. The core theme of the album explores cultural identity and the sense of "belonging" amidst geographical and life transitions. The music is characterized by its cinematic quality and depth, demanding attentive and contemplative listening.

Line up
Carlos Henrique Pereira | Piano and nylon string acoustic guitar
Rubin Kodheli| Cello
Mads Tolling | Violin and kalimba (5) Itaiguara Brandão| Acoustic and electric bass
Mauricio Zottarelli | Drums

Tracklist:
1-1 CARLOS HENRIQUE PEREIRA - First Flight [5:27]
1-2 CARLOS HENRIQUE PEREIRA - Northern Readings [4:38]
1-3 CARLOS HENRIQUE PEREIRA - After Sorrow [3:53]
1-4 CARLOS HENRIQUE PEREIRA - All of Us [5:08]
1-5 CARLOS HENRIQUE PEREIRA - First Moment [2:44]
1-6 CARLOS HENRIQUE PEREIRA - Side by Side [5:28]
1-7 CARLOS HENRIQUE PEREIRA - Second Moment [2:22]
1-8 CARLOS HENRIQUE PEREIRA - Children's Dream [2:51]
1-9 CARLOS HENRIQUE PEREIRA - Third Moment (Green Pearl) [2:26]
1-10 CARLOS HENRIQUE PEREIRA - Meridian [3:06]
1-11 CARLOS HENRIQUE PEREIRA - Fourth Moment [1:50]
1-12 CARLOS HENRIQUE PEREIRA - Say It Like It Is [4:01]
1-13 CARLOS HENRIQUE PEREIRA - Fifth Moment [3:56]