CAMILA BENSON

Camila is a unique performer and accomplished musician with a hearty voice that is very much flavoured with the essence of a wanderer. Naturally her repertoire consists of a great deal of Brazilian music, especially Bossa Nova, which she started playing in the 1960's. The first Bosa Nova song she ever heard was "No More Blues" by Antonio Carlos Jobim. The first song she ever performed was "How Insensitive", also by Jobim. She was very much influenced by him inthe 1950's and 60's, but also tried to add her own jazzy originality to the Jobim compositions she performed. Her first release, "Wave", is a testament to Jobim's compostions and her own original interpertations. Her currents release, "Memories", demonstrates a variety of influence, with compositions by Jobim, as well as Bob Marley and Leon Russel.

DISCOGRAPHY

Wave - 1993
Dynamic Brazilian singer/guitarist's spirited tribute to the legendary Antonio Carlos Jobim. Camila's unique interpretation of Jobim's work is a testament to the talents of both artist and composer includes classics such as "The Girl From Ipanema", "Dindi" and title song.

Memories - 1995