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Sergio Santos Mendes is a Brazilian musician. He has over 55 releases, and plays bossa nova heavily crossed with jazz and funk. He was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Original Song in 2012 as co-writer of the song "Real in Rio" from the animated film Rio. Mendes is married to Gracinha Leporace, who has performed with him since the early 1970s. Mendes has also collaborated with many artists through the years, including The Black Eyed Peas, with whom he re-recorded in 2006 a version of his breakthrough hit "Mas Que Nada".
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Paris Rutherford : The Real Thing Originally written by Stevie Wonder in the 1970s for Sergio Mendes this tune was recently covered by Vanessa Williams and its cool Latin groove gives it lots of appeal. A fantastic concert change of pace! Available separately: SATB, SSA, ShowTrax CD. Rhythm parts available digitally (pno, gtr, b, dm). Duration: ca. 4:45. Paris Rutherford : Like a Lover From Sergio Mendes in 1968, this warm ballad caresses the listener with shimmering harmonies and romantic lyrics. The light Latin groove supports the expressive vocals for an extraordinary pop/jazz showcase. Sergio Mendes & Brasil '66 : The Look of Love This 1968 Hal David/Burt Bacharach hit recorded by Sergio Mendes and Brasil '66 still grooves in this smooth and sultry choral setting. Show off a great soloist with this concert change of pace. Available separately: SATB, SAB, SSA, Combo Parts, ShowTrax CD. Duration: ca. 2:50. |
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From Sergio Mendez in 1968, this warm ballad caresses the listener with shimmering harmonies and romantic lyrics. The light Latin groove supports the expressive vocals for an extraordinary pop/jazz showcase.
Arranger: Paris Rutherford Performed By: Sergio Mendes
This classic bossa nova tune will give a smooth Brazilian flavor to your next jazz or show choir concert. Originally recorded by Sergio Mendez & Brazil '66. Includes Portugese and English lyrics. Available: SATB, SAB, SSA, Instrumental Pak, ShowTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx. 2:35.
Arranger: Steve Zegree | Composer: Jorge Ben Jor Performed By: Sergio Mendes | Country: Brazil
Originally written by Stevie Wonder in the 1970s for Sergio Mendes this tune was recently covered by Vanessa Williams and its cool Latin groove gives it lots of appeal. A fantastic concert change of pace! Available separately: SATB, SSA, ShowTrax CD. Rhythm parts available digitally (pno, gtr, b, dm). Duration: ca. 4:45.
Arranger: Paris Rutherford | Composer: Stevie Wonder Performed By: Sergio Mendes
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