Choro Music of Brazil
Choro originated in the 19th century, and combines beautiful melodies, advanced harmony, and compelling rhythms. We’ll make beautiful music from compositions of the top composers of the 30’s, 40’s and 50’s in Brazil, such as Jacob Bandolim and Pixinguinha. Pam will have music for C and Bb instruments. Brazilian choro is perfect for mandolin, guitar, clarinet, flute, saxophone, violin, accordion and pandeiro (Brazilian percussion). Melody players will need to have solid music reading skills, and chord players should be ready to play some 1/2 diminished chords. Our focus will be on making a beautiful sound, and staying present and connected with bandmates and listeners.
About Pam Laughlin
Pam has been playing clarinet for over 70 years but still finds it to be a huge source of comfort and delight. Growing up in a musical family she was surrounded by the sounds of Western Swing, as well as Big Band music. It wasn’t until she went to Lark Camp that she first discovered the ethereal beauty and thrill of Brazilian Choro and is excited to come back to Lark once again to share in the joy of music of the 30’s, 40’s and 50’s from around the world. She has been performing swing, choro and jazz manouche with her husband, Robert, for many years and has performed at Djangofest with Jimmy Grant and David Grisman (joining us in our encore), World Music Festival performing with her band, Mama’s Hotcakes, and Strawberry Music Festival performing with Sourdough Slim, as well as being on stage and recording with Joe Craven.