Updated: October 18, 2023

Born: June 24

Brazilian singer, vocal arranger and conductor Selma Boragian has been part of the artistic team of the University of São Paulo Choir (CORALUSP) since 1999. She graduated from UNICAMP in Popular Music and completed a Masters in Music at USP, specializing in vocal arrangements for choir. Her book “ O samba em arranjos para coral" was published in Europe, by "New Academic Editions” in 2019.

She is the founder of the renowned vocal group Arirê, where she participated as a singer and arranger. The female vocal quartet released two acclaimed albums; the second one, inspired by João Gilberto, on the SESC label.

With the composer Eduardo Gudin, an important name in São Paulo's samba tradition, she toured Europe and recorded the album “Notícias dum Brasil," which became a best-selling record in Japan.

Selma recorded her debut solo CD in 2013, "Setembro", produced by Marcelo Pellegrini, featuring songs by Marcos Valle, Roberto Menescal, Carlinhos Brown and Os Mutantes.

She studied conducting with Helena Starzinsky, Benito Juarez and Tiago Pinheiro, singing with Ná Ozzetti and Caio Ferraz, piano with Sérgio Carvalho, orchestration and arrangement with Cyro Pereira, Ricardo Breim and many others.

Selma wrote more than 200 vocal arrangements, many performed by choirs and maestros such as Cristina Gallo, in Argentina, and Jean Kleeb, in Germany.

In 2023, she started a duo project with legendary bass master Mark Egan (Pat Metheny, Gil Evans, Sting), under the aegis of producer Arnaldo DeSouteiro. Their first single was an amazing rendition of Jaco Pastorius' iconic tune "Three Views Of A Secret," with Selma doing over 30 overdubbing vocal tracks in order to achieve the effect of an "one-woman vocal choir".

All About Jazz Top 10 Songs: August 2023

Source: All About Jazz
September 1, 2023

All About Jazz features a free song every day spanning all genres of jazz, and of the songs featured in August, these ten represent our reader's favorites as indicated by total listens. Musicians and record labels can submit full length MP3s for consideration here. Enjoy! Top Songs Three Views Of A Secret Selma Boragian From: Three Views Of A Secret- Feat. Mark Egan 06:37 Destiny's Constellation Daniel Villa Verde From: ...
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HARMONY IN HOMAGE: JAZZ STATION RECORDS DROPS A REVERENT TRIBUTE TO JACO PASTORIUS WITH 'THREE VIEWS OF A SECRET'

ARTICLE CONTRIBUTED BY JAZZ PROMO SERVICES | PUBLISHED ON SUNDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2023

Jazz Station Records (JSR) is thrilled to unveil a breathtaking new single, “Three Views Of A Secret,” a captivating tribute to the late, celebrated jazz bassist Jaco Pastorius. The enchanting musical endeavor witnesses the collaboration between Grammy-winning bassist Mark Egan and the distinguished Brazilian singer and arranger Selma Boragian, bridging soulful melodies and robust harmonies.

https://www.gratefulweb.com/articles/harmony-homage-jazz-station-records-drops-reverent-tribute-jaco-pastorius-three-views

HARMONY IN HOMAGE: JAZZ STATION RECORDS DROPS A REVERENT TRIBUTE TO JACO PASTORIUS WITH 'THREE VIEWS OF A SECRET'

ARTICLE CONTRIBUTED BY JAZZ PROMO SERVICES | PUBLISHED ON SUNDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2023

This project is especially heartwarming for Egan, who was not only a long-time collaborator but also one of the best friends of Jaco Pastorius since their childhood. Their musical dialogues often found a stage with the Gil Evans Orchestra and created memories that Egan cherishes and immortalizes with this release.

Selma Boragian, renowned for founding one of Brazil's elite vocal groups, Arirê, and for her profound influence on Brazilian samba music, showcases her ingenious arrangement by overdubbing 36 vocal tracks, crafting a lush, immersive vocal choir. The single reflects both her scholarly understanding, as a master degree holder from the University of São Paulo, and her practical mastery in vocal arrangement and conducting, currently demonstrated through her work with the Coral USP (USP Choir).

A Dive into the Musical Essence: Label Copy - Selma Boragian & Mark Egan: “Three Views Of A Secret”

Written by Jaco Pastorius

All Vocals: Selma Boragian (32 vocal parts overdubbed)

Fretless Bass & Electric Bass: Mark Egan

Vocal Arrangement: Selma Boragian

Arranged by Mark Egan

Produced by Arnaldo DeSouteiro for Jazz Station Records (JSR)

Recorded, Mixed & Mastered by Alfonso Almiñana

Catalog number: JSR5029

Distributed by Tratore / The Orchard Enterprises

A Journey of Collaborative Spirit: Produced by Arnaldo DeSouteiro and engineered by Alfonso Almiñana, the single not only stands as a homage to Pastorius but also as a testament to the harmonious integration of varied musical experiences and backgrounds. With Selma's deep-rooted influence from bossa nova master João Gilberto and Mark’s extensive collaborations with artists like Sting, Cyndi Lauper, David Sanborn, and many more, “Three Views Of A Secret” becomes a melodic intersection of histories, cultures, and generational talents.

Tune into the Mesmerizing Harmony: Available across all major streaming platforms, the tribute single can be explored and enjoyed at the following links:

YouTube

Spotify

Amazon Music

Tidal

YouTube Music

Deezer

Or listen here: Songwhip

Jazz Station Records and the artists invite listeners to immerse themselves into a journey of melodic reverence, celebrating the legacy and musical genius of Jaco Pastorius through “Three Views Of A Secret.”

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