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| Hot New Smooth Jazz Acoustic Guitarist Leads a Double Life Noel Lorica a smooth jazz acoustic guitarist with contemporary and brazilian undertones have been living a double life. Frustrated by the fact that inspite of his efforts the pet population in south florida keeps on rising he decided to take matters into his own hand. Noel Lorica happens to be Dr.Lorica a liscensed Veterinarian... he decided to use his musical gifts to help with the pet population problem... So, he recorded an acoustic jazz album, and pledge some of the future sale profit to humane societies Noel Lorica, consummate new Smooth Jazz acoustic guitarist and composer receives glowing reviews for his new jazz songs and musicianship. The style incorporates the upstart Wayward style which has Contemporary, Latin, Asian and Brazilian vibes. Noel's compositions are fresh and vibrant with provocative rhythms and heartfelt melodies. Karl Stober of EJazzNews calls it "one of the rare stunning pieces of Latin jazz to hit the scene today." It is through dedication to his craft that Noel Lorica has become a consummate acoustic jazz guitarist and continues to expand as an artist. Noel's style has been compared to Peter White and Marc Antoine and his compositions rated as superb. He was recently an Award Winner in the Great American Song Contest and his winning song "Back in Five" is featured on this debut album. Two of his songs from this album were also voted in the top ten for Contemporary and Latin Jazz as reported on Broadjam. JazzTrenzz' Karl Stober's CD review of Noel Lorica "First Dance" is as followed: "Allow me if you will a moment to just sum up one of the rare stunning pieces of Latin jazz to hit the scene today. As fresh as the morning after as elegant as the women the night before, “First Dance” is by all standards a cascade of sensations orchestrated by one Noel Lorica. The passion and fire of the strings just come alive in audio illustrations, illuminating the musical mind. Mr. Lorica’s compositions have a deep inner purpose to them however gambling with innovation every step of the way. The string manipulation is tenacious and strong. Beats, which are Latin by design, do digress into other ambiances throughout the project. For those who know of Mr. Lorica, his passion for the craft is part of the reason his spirit reveals itself from the music sheets. Listeners will feel this through his composition on the debut project. “Forgiveness” with its angelic introduction of strings mates with the ivory to form a balladesque gem. Lorica’s diversification opens up in this piece, a cut of celebration for those fans of his work. It would be an injustice to push past “Scent of Cinnamon” a wonderful salute of energetic yet subtle sound. From a passive kiss of tones to an upbeat stroll, it’s the way this should have been performed. “First Dance” is pure joy melted on a disc. Take it and make it a standard listen within your four walls. Mr. Lorica needs to get busy!" write your comments about the article :: © 2005 Jazz News :: home page |