Obrigado Brazil cover

Obrigado Brazil

Yo-Yo Ma · 2003

71 min · 16 tracks · classical

A vibrant fusion of Brazilian rhythms and classical sensibilities, showcasing the warmth of Latin music through rich cello melodies.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • long, immersive listening sessions
  • wave-like pacing experiences
  • warm, rich melodic textures

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2003, 'Obrigado Brazil' marked a significant moment in Yo-Yo Ma's career as he embraced world music influences. This album followed his acclaimed 'Inspired by Bach' series and demonstrated Ma's commitment to exploring cultural diversity through classical interpretation.
Stylistic neighbors
Joshua Bell· Itzhak Perlman· Lara St. John

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Cristal 2:50
  • 2 Chega de saudade 4:16
  • 3 A lenda do caboclo 3:10
  • 4 Doce de coco 5:12
  • 5 Dança brasileira 2:18
  • 6 Apelo 4:57
  • 7 Dança negra 3:31
  • 8 1 × 0 (Um a zero) 2:40
  • 9 Menino 5:36
  • 10 Samambaia 5:19
  • 11 Carinhoso 4:48
  • 12 Alma brasileira 5:05
  • 13 O amor em paz 3:52
  • 14 Bodas de prata & Quatro cantos 9:48
  • 15 Brasileirinho 3:30
  • 16 Salvador 4:53

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata