Tamba Trio was a pioneering Brazilian bossa nova group formed in the late 1950s by pianist Luiz Eça, bassist and singer Bebeto Castilho, and drummer Hélcio Milito. They were one of the key ensembles that fused the sophisticated harmonic structures of jazz with the gentle rhythms of samba to create the new, cool sound that became known globally as bossa nova. Tamba Trio stood out for their inventive arrangements, seamless interplay, and the introduction of the piano as a central instrument in bossa nova combos, which typically featured guitar as the main harmonic instrument.

Throughout the 1960s and beyond, Tamba Trio firmly established themselves as vital contributors to the bossa nova movement and popular music in Brazil. Their discography consists of a range of influential recordings, such as "A Bossa Do Balanço" and the celebrated live record "5 Na Bossa (Ao Vivo)," which captured the excitement of the genre's golden era. Their collaboration with Edu Lobo on the album "Edu Lobo Por Edu Lobo Com Tamba Trio" showcases their ability to bridge the gap between bossa nova and other Brazilian music styles, such as MPB (Música Popular Brasileira). Even after the original bossa nova wave receded, their influence persisted, and retrospective collections like "Tamba Trio Classics" and "Novo Millennium" continue to celebrate the timeless appeal of their music.

Genres

Bossa Nova

Brazilian Jazz

Samba-jazz

Latest Release

A Bossa Do Balanço

Tamba Trio

Album - 12 Tracks - Released June 24, 2022