Passarim Ensemble
Echoes of the South
Bossa Nova, Samba, Tango & Jazz
Echoes of the South weaves together the sensual sounds of bossa nova, the fiery energy of samba, the melancholic elegance of tango, and the expressive freedom of jazz. Homage is paid to iconic composers such as Jobim, Piazolla, Menescal, and Buarque, with original and imaginative arrangements.
Led by Italian-Argentinian singer and pianist Annalisa Monticelli, this international ensemble features some of Ireland’s most respected jazz performers including Leopoldo Osio on piano and Michael Buckley on saxophone and flute.
Annalisa's roots in Argentina infuse her vocals with a deep understanding of Latin American music, honed by many years singing across the continent. Meanwhile, Jazz pianist Leopoldo's immersive experience in Brazil enriched their endeavour with authenticity, honed through years of study and performance. Michael Buckley’s natural affinity with South American idioms provides fertile ground for his virtuoso playing on sax and flute. Aidan Rainsford’s nylon string guitar lends captivating rhythmic textures to the overall sound, while the rhythm section of Derek Whyte on double bass and Brendan Doherty on drums and percussion provide a pulsating and joyous backdrop.