Evolving since 2004, these Canadian-Swiss-French-Brazilian musicians have created their own distinctive sound and flavour, blending traditional Brazilian and Jazz influences with their own creative touch. “They’re multi-instrumentalists, they’re polyglots, they’re young, they’re hot, and you can hear it! […] I will follow them with much interest! […] If you don’t know them, they’re to discover!” (Francine Grimaldi, Pourquoi pas dimanche, Première Chaîne, Radio-Canada)

Their self-titled 14-track album – including twelve original compositions – radiates warmth and elegance. From the captivating O tempo do carnaval and the sophisticated Walkin’ to the Weekend, to the festive A festa and the hilarious Diva, all the songs are quilted together with amazing arrangements and creative orchestrations, along with a vibrant expressiveness in the rich vocal blend of Patti Payne and Micaël Lüssi. “Their compositions explore new areas while keeping a foot firmly in a well assimilated jazz and Brazilian tradition.” (Roddy Ellias, composer and guitarist)

VIVA NOVA’s latest release was ranked in Magnifique’s Top5 and named Discovery of the week by Planète Jazz. Their compositions play regularly on canadian airwaves.

Over the years, VIVA NOVA has brought the house down in Toronto, Ottawa, Montreal and all around Quebec and Ontario, including at the Festival de Jazz de Montréal, the All-Canadian Jazz Festival, Le Lac en Fête, Place des Arts, in cultural centers and at big outdoor events for the city of Montreal. “They present an exciting, high-energy show that is entertaining for a wide-audience. From the beautiful blend of the voices, to the percussion jams, grooving rhythms and electrifying horn solos”, there is something for everyone in the VIVA NOVA repertoire. (Nadège Viauvy, Horizon n° 65)

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