Orquestra Jazz de Matosinhos & Chris Cheek - Farol

Farol is the result of the collaboration between the Orquestra Jazz de Matosinhos and American saxophonist Chris Cheek, one of the most lyrical and inventive voices in contemporary jazz.

The album blends Cheek’s melodic expressiveness and intimate tone with the orchestral richness and elegance of the OJM, in a set of compositions and arrangements that breathe subtlety and light. Recorded in Portugal, Farol evokes the idea of guidance and discovery — a meeting point between different musical geographies, where improvisation and composition find a natural balance. It is a serene and profound record that reflects the exploratory spirit and artistic maturity of all its performers.