The Quincy Mayes Brazilian Soul Experience is thrilled to present a special performance showcasing the diverse, Afro-centric roots of samba, soul, and funk. Featuring musical selections from an eclectic group of all Black Composers and alongside a screening of the quintessential Brazilian film City of God (2002), this evening is curated in tribute to the incredible stories, songs and legacy of Afro Brasil. The concert portion of the evening will feature selections from the legendary catalogues of Milton Nascimento, Gilberto Gil, Djavan, Elza Soares and others. Quincy Mayes leads a brand new quintet of some of Vancouver’s finest instrumentalists, who will also be joined by a vibrant guest horn section and feature vocalist throughout the set.

Piano/Keyboards/Percussion — Quincy Mayes
Synths/Percussion — Benjamin Millman
Acoustic/Electric Guitar — Alvin Brendan
Bass — Victor Balconi
Drums — Miles Wong
Special Guests:
Trumpet — Feven Kidane
Tenor Sax/Flute — John Nicholson
Feature Vocalists — Sara Magal, Dacey Andrada

About City of God:

After the set, you’re invited to enjoy the powerhouse Brazilian cinematic classic, City of God (130 minutes), directed by Fernando Meirelles and Kátia Lund. A blistering portrait of the criminal underbelly in Rio de Janeiro’s favela Cidade de Deus, the film was nominated for five Academy Awards, incluidng Best Director and Best Adapted Screenplay. Cast with non professional actors from the favelas, it has a rare authenticity, and has been favourably compared with Goodfellas and Boyz in the Hood.