In this special set of solo performances, Cyro pulls out all the stops and creates a soundscape like no other heard before or since.

Cyro Baptista is a Brazilian musician, teacher, and recording artist specializing in percussion in the genres of jazz and world music. Since arriving in the U.S. in 1980, Cyro Baptista has emerged as one of the premier percussionists in the country. Coinciding with the rise of the public”s interest in world music, Cyro has recorded and toured with some of music”s most popular names. His mastery of Brazilian percussion and the many instruments he creates himself, have catapulted him into world renown. In this special set of solo performances, Cyro pulls out all the stops and creates a soundscape like no other heard before or since. A unique and brilliant musician alone on stage with only the beats he hears in his heart and shares with the world. Using an array of delay pedals and instruments bought, made and found, Cyro shows why rhythm just might be the ultimate pulse of the universe. Please enjoy the music of Cyro Baptista on SOLOS: the jazz sessions.

Cast & Crew

Director: Daniel K. Berman

Producer: Daniel K. Berman & Paul McNulty

Additional Details

Label: Original Spin Media

Genre: Jazz

Run Time: 50 mins

Region: 0

Release Date: 03/22/11

UPC: 760137511694