# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Sandy Cressman’s Homenagem Brasileira: A Tribute to Brazil (Fri 5/8 - 8 pm)
- **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 08 May, 2026 at 08:00 pm (-07:00)
- **Event Description**: Sandy Cressman’s Homenagem Brasileira celebrates the depth and diversity of Brazil’s musical traditions, from the quiet lyricism of bossa nova to the rhythmic energy of samba jazz and the vibrant sounds of Brazil’s Northeast.


Drawing from composers such as Antônio Carlos Jobim, Milton Nascimento, Gilberto Gil, and Dori Caymmi, the program moves fluidly between classic repertoire and contemporary works, shaped by Cressman’s expressive voice and deep connection to the music.


A leading interpreter of Brazilian jazz, Cressman brings a warm, rhythmic, and deeply personal approach to the repertoire, joined by an outstanding ensemble of Bay Area musicians. Together, they create an evening that is both refined and full of life—music that invites listening, movement, and connection.


Featuring:

 Sandy Cressman – voice, percussion

 Jeff Cressman – trombone

 Murray Low – piano

 Dillon Vado – drums

 David Belove – bass

Sandy Cressman Press Quotes

 

“…it is the radiant lyricism in the voice of Sandy Cressman, complete with the affective whisperings and exhilarating resonances that combine with the poetry of her music that make this recording quite unforgettable.”

-       Raul de Gama, World Music Report

 

“Her voice is an instrument, insinuating itself over, under and through the beautiful arrangements.”

            --Mike Greenblatt, Aquarian Arts Weekly

 

“A master of Brazilian vocal music.”

            --David Wiegand, San Francisco Chronicle

 

“Vocalist Sandy Cressman takes you on a Brazilian tour of sounds in both English and Portuguese on this charming and lithe session…Lots of love on this sublime beauty.”  

-       George W. Harris, Jazz Weekly

 

 “A Brazilian experience that is sure to touch the heart and soul of all jazz fans. Sandy Cressman delivers vocals that are filled with story telling passion laced with a personal touch. Sandy performs  in the poetic language of Portuguese. One need not understand the words to appreciate these emotion inspired songs.  Sandy's voice is crisp, sultry and expressive, with a tone similar to the great Latin vocalist, Gloria Estefan. Sandy's star stunning vocals are also supported by an all-star cast of jazz musicians.” - Lee Prosser, JazzReview
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/palo-alto/sandy-cressman’s-homenagem-brasileira-a-tribute-to-brazil-fri-5-8-8-pm/200029960314127
- **Event Categories**: Music, Entertainment, Art, fine-arts, literary-art
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 0

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Palo Alto
- **state**: CA
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 640 Emerson St, Palo Alto, CA, United States, California 94301
- **lat**: 37.44335
- **long**: -122.16111
- **full address**: 640 Emerson St, Palo Alto, CA, United States, California 94301

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Sandy Cressman’s Homenagem Brasileira: A Tribute to Brazil (Fri 5/8 - 8 pm) being held?
  - **A:** Sandy Cressman’s Homenagem Brasileira: A Tribute to Brazil (Fri 5/8 - 8 pm) takes place on Fri, 08 May, 2026 at 08:00 pm to Fri, 08 May, 2026 at 08:00 pm at 640 Emerson St, Palo Alto, CA, United States, California 94301.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Sandy Cressman’s Homenagem Brasileira: A Tribute to Brazil (Fri 5/8 - 8 pm)?
  - **A:** Sandy Cressman’s Homenagem Brasileira: A Tribute to Brazil (Fri 5/8 - 8 pm) is organized by Meyhouse.

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