Egberto Gismonti - Alma

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Review by Raoni Silvestri

Album Review: Egberto Gismonti’s Alma Egberto Gismonti's Alma is one of those albums that sneaks up on you. Released in 1986, it blends Brazilian Folk, Latin Jazz, and Contemporary Jazz into something that feels both timeless and kinda outta place. It’s like sipping coffee at sunrise while someone plays guitar nearby—simple but deep enough to make you think about life for a sec. The mix of genres—Brazilian Traditions, Global Jazz, Samba—makes this record feel like a passport stamped all over with vibes from Germany, Brazil, and Japan. Labels like Carmo, EMI, and Bomba Records helped put it out there, and honestly? They knew what they were doing. Now let’s talk tracks because not every song hits the same way. First off, “Agua & Vinho” (or “Water & Wine”) sticks with me big time. I mean, how can you not get lost in its flow? It starts soft, almost like a lullaby, but then layers build up—piano notes here, synth whispers there—and suddenly you’re floating. It’s got this dreamy vibe that makes me wanna close my eyes and just breathe. Like, yeah, water and wine don’t usually go together, but somehow Gismonti pulls it off. You can tell he wrote this straight from the heart, no filter. Then there’s “Loro,” which is just pure magic. If “Agua & Vinho” feels like floating, “Loro” feels like dancing barefoot on warm sand. The rhythm grabs you by the hand and doesn’t let go. There’s so much energy packed into this track—it’s playful yet serious, kinda like watching a parrot squawk and strut around. And hey, props to Otto Dreshsler for recording most of these tunes; dude really nailed the sound quality. Every pluck of the guitar feels alive, like it could jump outta your speakers any second. One thing that stands out about Alma is how personal it feels. Gismonti composed nearly all the tracks himself, except for track 9 (“Cigana”), which was done by his brother Antonio. That family touch adds another layer of soul to the whole project. Plus, shoutout to Livio Campos for the photography—he captured some moodiness that matches the music perfectly. Even the liner notes by 中原仁 and ケペル木村 add an extra dash of global flair. Like, who expects Japanese commentary on a Brazilian jazz album? Not me, but I’m glad it’s there. By the end of the album, you realize Alma isn’t trying too hard to impress anyone. It’s more like a conversation between Gismonti and whoever’s listening. He’s sharing stories through melodies, mixing traditional Brazilian sounds with modern jazz twists. Tracks like “Frevo” and “Maracatú” bring the party, while others like “Ruth” keep things mellow and reflective. It’s messy in the best way possible, like a colorful collage where nothing quite matches but everything works anyway. So yeah, Alma might not be everyone’s cup of tea. But if you dig stuff that’s raw, emotional, and unapologetically unique, give it a spin. Honestly, after listening to it, I found myself wondering why more people aren’t talking about this gem. Maybe it’s too chill for today’s playlists or too complex for background noise. Either way, it deserves more love. Or maybe… just maybe… it’s better off staying underrated. Like a secret only cool people know about.

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Download

Filename: egberto-gismonti-alma.zip
  • MP3 size: 142.8 mb
  • FLAC size: 1686.4 mb

Tracks

TrackDurationPreview
Sanfona (Accordion)5:31
Loro3:58
Realejo4:47
Baião Malandro4:13
Agua 05:04
Karatê02:38
Palhaço4:7
Cigana (Gypsy Woman)4:43
7 Anéis8:54
Água & Vinho5:00
Loro (Parrot)3:58
Agua & Vinho5:4
Fala Da Peixão (Passion Talk)8:26
Ruth (Ruth)7:03
Agua & Vinho (Water & Wine)5:04
Realejo (Hurdy-Gurdy)4:47
Frevo (Frevo)6:09
Baiao Malandro4:16
Maracatú5:30
Cigana4:43
Frevo6:9
Karatê2:38
Palhaço (Clown)4:07
7 Anéis (7 Rings)8:54
Infância4:27
Sanfona5:31
Maracatú (Maracatu)5:30
Baião Malandro (Smart Baiao)04:16
Palhaço (Clown)04:07
Karatê (Karate)2:38
Ruth7:3
Maracatú05:30
Fala Da Paixao8:26
Baião Malandro (Smart Baiao)4:16

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Catalog Numbers

  • 364 748146 2
  • BOM-24197
  • 31C 064 422965
  • CARMO/10, 529 123-2
  • 31C 264 422965

Labels

  • EMI
  • Bomba Records
  • Carmo

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Formats

  • CD
  • Album
  • Reissue
  • Stereo
  • Vinyl
  • LP
  • Cassette
  • Dolby

Companies

RoleCompany
Distributed ByFonobrás, Distribuidora Fonográfica Brasileira Ltda.
Manufactured ByMicroservice
Marketed ByECM Records
Phonographic Copyright (p)EMI-Odeon Fonográfica, Industrial e Eletrônica Ltda.
Copyright (c)EMI-Odeon Fonográfica, Industrial e Eletrônica Ltda.
Recorded AtSala Cecília Meireles
Edited AtPorão Studio
Glass Mastered AtP+O Pallas

Credits

RoleCredit
Liner Notes中原仁, ケペル木村
Composed ByAntonio Gismonti (tracks: 9), Egberto Gismonti (tracks: 1 to 8, 10 to 13)
DesignCarmo
Edited ByEgberto Gismonti
Photography ByLivio Campos
PianoEgberto Gismonti
SynthesizerEgberto Gismonti
ProducerDulce Bressane
Recorded ByAlberto Ranelluci (tracks: 9 to 13), Jorge Teixeira (tracks: 1), Otto Dreshsler (tracks: 2 to 8)
Written-ByEgberto Gismonti, Geraldo Eduardo Carneiro (tracks: A2, B2)

Notes

  • Made in Japan
  • Alma (Soul)
  • Track 1: Steinway recorded at Sala Cecilia Meireles, 1987
  • Tracks 2 to 8: Steinway recorded at Dreshsler Studio, 1987
  • Tracks 9 to 13: Bösendorfer recorded live at SESC Theatre São Paulo, 1993
  • Synthesizers recorded at Synth Studio
  • ©℗ 1987 EMI-Odeon Fonográfica, Industrial e Electrônica Ltda.
  • ©℗ 1993 Tom Brasil Produções Musicais Ltda.

Barcodes

  • Matrix / Runout: BR7/0018MICROSERVICE SRC-02
  • Barcode: 4562162301976
  • Barcode: 7 31452 91232 9
  • Rights Society: GEMA
  • Label Code: LC 6401
  • SPARS Code: AAD
  • Matrix / Runout: CARMO 10 P+O-28255-A2 04-96

About Egberto Gismonti

Brazilian composer, guitarist and pianist, born December 5, 1947 in Carmo, Rio de Janeiro.

Real Name

    • Egberto Gismonti Amin

Name Vars

  • E. Gismenti
  • E. Gismonti
  • E. Gsmonti
  • E. Jismonti
  • E.A. Gismonti
  • E.G.
  • E.Gismonti
  • Egberio Gismondi
  • Egberto
  • Egberto Amin Gismonti
  • Egberto Gismondi
  • Egberto Gismonte
  • Egberto Gizmonti
  • Egberto Jismonti
  • Gismondi
  • Gismonte
  • Gismonti
  • Gistmonti
  • R. Gismonti

Interesting fact about Album

Did you know that Egberto Gismonti's album *Alma*, released in 1986, is a beautiful mix of Brazilian traditions and global jazz influences? It’s like a musical bridge between cultures. Gismonti played multiple roles—composer, pianist, synthesizer wizard, and even editor. Fun fact: the track "Palhaço" (which means "Clown") shows his knack for blending humor and deep emotion through music. And get this—the album was released in Germany, Brazil, and Japan, showing just how universal its appeal was. The photography by Livio Campos and design by Carmo added a visual charm to match the rich sounds. It’s not just an album; it’s an experience!

Comments

akm0d
akm0d
2025-03-05
Uma das mais belas composições da música brasileira!!!!!
grecordsmusicstudio
grecordsmusicstudio
2025-03-05
Aterrizei aqui pelo video do Hamilton sobre a música. Genial mesmo. Gosto muito do Gismonti e essa obra prima tinha me escapado.
ranaalrayyes
ranaalrayyes
2025-03-05
Por favor coloca o disco todo isso é lindo demais
chetheemmuden
chetheemmuden
2025-03-04
The Alma album reminds me so much of time spent in Brasil, Rafael Rabello, 7-string guitars, and delivering a 13-string guitar to Egberto, built by Mario Passos in Rio. Amazing times.
septerracjs
septerracjs
2025-03-03
BrunoSirilo , se não é Baião Malandro, que música seria então?  Eu tenho o álbum ALMA  desde 1986. E uma versão mais piano do que a original do álbum CARMO! DUH!!!
kemalsahbaz
kemalsahbaz
2025-03-02
Yes! Real music! Who the fuck is Justin Bieber?
arusaadi
arusaadi
2025-03-02
essa musica nao é baiao malandro
lindsayraeannphotography
lindsayraeannphotography
2025-03-02
Eu ouvia esta música e mudava o meu humor.
Isto é lindo!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Tem de tudo aí!
Se pelo menos 45% da humanidade conseguisse ter esta compreensão do valor da mistura de culturas o mundo estava salvo.
Pela música. Música une as pessoas.
tazanon
tazanon
2025-03-02
why are u mentioning him?