In the world of artistic expression, both comics and jazz stand out as vibrant and engaging forms of creativity. Comics, with their unique blend of visual art and storytelling, captivate readers of all ages with their colorful characters and imaginative worlds. On the other hand, jazz, with its soulful melodies and improvisational spirit, enchants audiences with its rhythmic complexity and emotional depth.When these two dynamic art forms converge, a magical synergy unfolds. In this ten-episode podcast, singer, composer and researcher Geisa Fernandes deals with several aspects in common between jazz and comic books. Embark on this sound-visual journey and enjoy!
EP 10 (FINAL): Choro & Jazz: from Chiquinha Gonzaga to Nair de Teffé – Comics & Jazz
Summary:This is the tenth and final episode of a series of contents discussing the intertwining of comics and jazz as art forms, exploring their historical connections and contemporary influence on each other. The impact of recognition on these art forms and the representations of jazz in comics are also critical topics for our discussion. In this final episode we focus on the intersection of jazz with rhythms that are the basis for the construction of what became Brazilian "popular music". We will also talk about the first Brazilian caricaturist Nair de Teffé.Audio extracts used in the episode (in order of appearance): 1.Mordida (GeisaFernandes); 2. Ameno Resedá (Ernesto Nazareth); 3. Atraente (Chiquinha Gonzaga) 4. Ô Abre Alas(Chiquinha) 5. Os Lundus Da Marquesa ( Francisco Braga) 6. Muraro (Ernesto Nazareth). 7 Gaúcho ( O Corta Jaca) (Chiquinha Gonzaga) ; 7. Machuca (Chiquinha Gonzaga); 8. A Brasileira (Chiquinha Gonzaga); Forrobodó (Chiquinha Gonzaga); Tango Americano (various) ; Thanks aMillion (Kahn Johnston) Comics & Jazz is written and produced by Geisa FernandesVisit: http://www.geisafernandes.com
- EP 10 (FINAL): Choro & Jazz: from Chiquinha Gonzaga to Nair de Teffé
- Episode 9: Graphic novel or jazz album? – The Epic and Intrumental
- Episode 8: From Rags to Riches – Comics and Jazz validated as art forms
- Episode 7: Damsels in distress – Representing women in Comics and Jazz
- Episode 6: Flow and the Black Diaspora
