It is no wonder, as it results from an artistic journey marked by dialogue between geographies, memories and sounds, as well as proposing a musical crossing between the Indian and Baltic Oceans, linking the land of ancestors to the horizons of the future.
The CD title might suggest a location in Maputo province or Brazil, but it's merely a reference to the new album by one of the country's most internationally renowned musicians, Frank Paco.
Interestingly, the album "Belo Horizonte – Stockholm Sessions," to be released this Friday, July 3rd, at the Franco-Mozambican Cultural Center (CCFM), was recorded in Sweden and features the participation of internationally acclaimed musicians.
This is no surprise, as it results from an artistic journey marked by a dialogue between geographies, memories, and sounds, proposing a musical crossing between the Indian and Baltic Oceans, connecting the land of ancestors to the horizons of the future.
Frank Paco explores a language where jazz intersects with traditional influences, shaping compositions that evoke memory, nature, and hope.
For the launch of “Belo Horizonte”, Paco takes the stage at CCFM accompanied by Xixel Langa, Jimmy Dludlu and Valter Mabas, special guests who join the show for an evening of musical sharing and dialogue between different artistic sensibilities.
Frank Paco is a Mozambican drummer, composer and educator with a consolidated international career. Recognized for his unique approach to jazz and African sounds, he has built an artistic path marked by dialogue between different cultures and geographies.
He participated in the historic 46664 Concert Series, an initiative of Nelson Mandela, where he shared the stage with artists such as Angélique Kidjo, Bono, Jimmy Cliff and Brian May. Throughout his career, he has collaborated with leading names in African and international music, including Miriam Makeba, Hugh Masekela, Johnny Clegg, Lokua Kanza and Nina Hagen, among other national and international artists.
(By MozaVibe)
