City Sounds: Eddie Gazani, 6 September
Sunday 11:30am, 12:30pm & 1:30pm , Edward Street entrance of the Queen Street Mall
Eddie Gazani (Edson Fernandes Gazani) is a Brazilian composer, singer, guitarist, and writer whose music blends the rich traditions of jazz, Gypsy jazz, and Brazilian rhythms with a contemporary and engaging style. Known for his expressive performances and versatile musicianship, Eddie draws inspiration from a diverse range of influences, including bossa nova, samba, forró, and Latin jazz, creating performances that are both authentic and fresh.
His project, Gypsy Adventures, pays homage to Gypsy Jazz (Jazz Manouche), the iconic genre pioneered in 1930s Paris by Django Reinhardt and Stéphane Grappelli. Through vibrant guitar playing, soulful vocals, and a passion for musical storytelling, Eddie brings together the elegance of European jazz traditions and the warmth of Brazilian music, taking audiences on a musical journey that spans continents and generations.