Allan, there are several kinds of rhythms from these players, the most famous one is "Luiz Gonzaga" and his son "Gonzaguinha" which means "little Gonzaga".
If I remember any other one, I'll let you know buddy!

A very eclectic mix. Today was Norah Jones, Keb Mo, Candy Dolpher, Debussy, Lyle Lovett, and Kaki King.

It changes every day.

Jean

Just tell me a good story
 

I almost never listen to music, but I always try to have a book on tape in the cassette player. My studio transforms into "The Garden of Eden." I miss reading (I'm a young mother). And I can stay in the chair and paint much longer if I'm being entertained.

But I must admit, there are certain points in the process where I just can't listen and think at the same time. I also experience the phenomena of looking at a painting I completed long ago and remembering the book I was listening to at the time.

Great Thread Claudemir, I always listen to some type of classical. Lately it is those gorgeous young guys 'Il Divo'. I also like ambient music like Enya, Deep Forest, Engima, etc. I just love classical guitar and a bit of lute. It always depends on what I am doing and how I feel at the time. I always choose something to lift the spirit and fuel the passion. But I am thinking lately a book on tape might be interesting to try for a change, as long as it wasn't a murder mystery.

Sounds like you and I enjoy the same kinds of music. Can you recommend any specific CD's, especially any that are fairly consistent in tempo? -- ie nothing that has a sudden fast paced song in the middle of all the relaxing stuff.

Dear Michelle

Yes I have quite an interesting selection. There is one in particular a lady by the name of Dianne Doherty she is an oboist and her music is blissful and sublime. I can play it over and over and never get sick of it. I like her album 'Souvenirs' the best one I feel, it is available through ABC here in Australia but maybe available through Universal Musical Group (Classics) outside Australia. I also like Andrea Bocelli, Tony O'Connor, Adrian Ross 'Didgeridoo Dreaming' (Didgeridoo with acoustic guitar, percussion etc) (it is very moving). I also have the same as you by the sounds of it, the best ever Classical sets, the most ever peaceful sets etc and of course, Il Divo. I think my most favourite song is 'I believe' by Andrea Bocelli, 'The prayer' by same and Mama by Il Divo, and ..... Naxos brings out a lot of classical music like John Williams and the classical guitarists. I hope this helps.

Oh, I also forgot about Lovland Earthsongs 'Secret Garden' which absolutely brilliant, gentle, caressing, inspiring sublime ambient music that will take you places.

If you like Enya, try Loreena McKennitt. She will lift you even higher into the heavens. :)

Thanks Tricia, I will try to find her. If you hear of any more music like who I mentioned earlier, I would appreciate more suggestions. I am always on the lookout for new and interesting music.

Thanks Tricia, I will try to find her. Do you know where she is from?

If you hear of any more music like who I mentioned earlier, I would appreciate more suggestions. I am always on the lookout for new and interesting music.