Brazilian Jazz With Along For The Ride at The Merc

oin us for a night of Brazilian & Latin music as the band Along for the Ride returns to The Merc to celebrate the release of their third album, Coro de Cores: LA to Rio. As the Portuguese term “Coro de Cores” or "Choir of Colors" suggests, this album is a tribute to the diverse world of Latin music.

Prepare to be immersed in the captivating rhythms of samba and batucada, the heartfelt melodies of bolero and other Latin rhythms that will move your body and soul. In this album, Along for the Ride pays homage to iconic Brazilian composers such as Marcos Valle, Tom Jobim, João Donato, and Ivan Lins, presenting their interpretations of classic tunes that will stir nostalgia and evoke new emotions....

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oin us for a night of Brazilian & Latin music as the band Along for the Ride returns to The Merc to celebrate the release of their third album, Coro de Cores: LA to Rio. As the Portuguese term “Coro de Cores” or "Choir of Colors" suggests, this album is a tribute to the diverse world of Latin music.

Prepare to be immersed in the captivating rhythms of samba and batucada, the heartfelt melodies of bolero and other Latin rhythms that will move your body and soul. In this album, Along for the Ride pays homage to iconic Brazilian composers such as Marcos Valle, Tom Jobim, João Donato, and Ivan Lins, presenting their interpretations of classic tunes that will stir nostalgia and evoke new emotions.

But that's not all; Coro de Cores: LA to Rio also showcases the band's creativity with four original compositions that weave seamlessly into the rich tapestry of the album. And to top it off, a powerful vocal rendition of the beloved Mexican bolero, "Bésame Mucho," will surely bring you good memories!

So mark your calendars and get ready to experience the magic of " Coro de Cores: LA to Rio with Along for the Ride. Let the music take you on an euphoric ride, celebrating the beauty of musical fusion and the unifying power of melodies that transcend borders. This is a night you won't want to miss!

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