Adriano Adewale's Echoes of Naná - A Homage to Naná Vasconcelos
Adriano Adewale's Echoes of Naná - A Homage to Naná Vasconcelos at The Crypt, London
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About the show
‘The first instrument is the voice; the best instrument is the body.’
Adriano Adewale Itaúna is an Afro-Brazilian percussionist and composer who has been deeply inspired by Naná's musical language and his profound relationship with nature. Ten years after Naná Vasconcelos' passing, his artistic vision continues to inspire musicians around the world.
Widely regarded as one of the most influential percussionists of the twentieth century, Naná transformed the role of percussion in contemporary music, bringing voice, body and percussion together. Drawing on Afro-Brazilian traditions, improvisation and contemporary jazz, he collaborated with Pat Metheny, Jan Garbarek and Egberto Gismonti.
Rather than recreating Naná Vasconcelos' music, Adriano explores the artistic philosophy that shaped his work - where voice, body, rhythm and improvisation become one expressive instrument.
Rooted in improvisation, the performance unfolds each time differently, creating a unique encounter between musicians, audience and the living legacy of Naná Vasconcelos.
Features
Guitar: Luca Boscagin
Cello: Phoebe Harty
Vocals: Carolina Lelis
Percussion: Andres Ticino
Percussion: Adriano Adewale
Featuring - Adriano Adewale
Brazilian multi percussionist rooted in the musical traditions of Nigeria, Angola and Brazil. His outstanding ensemble of international musicians include Austrian Nathan Thompson on double bass and flute, Senegalese Kadialy Kouyate on kora and vocals and Brazilian Marcelo Andrade on flute, sax and violin.
'A whole percussion orchestra by himself' (British Theatre Guide).