After more than four decades and over a dozen albums, celebrated Brazilian pianist, vocalist, and songwriter Delia Fischer unveils her first English-language recording: Beyond Bossa. A vibrant and emotionally rich collection, the album marks a significant new chapter in Fischer’s artistic journey—melding the poetic soul of Brazilian music with a transatlantic lyrical sensibility that invites broader audiences into her world.
The project began with a glowing 5-star DownBeat review in 2019 by journalist and fellow songwriter Allen Morrison. Moved by Fischer’s sophisticated and lyrical songwriting, Morrison reached out with an offer to collaborate. The result is a striking album that captures the heart of her original Portuguese compositions while offering new interpretations in English that retain their emotional resonance and storytelling depth.
Beyond Bossa features a dazzling roster of guest artists, including Luciana Souza, Gretchen Parlato, Marcos Valle, Mario Biondi, Chico Pinheiro, and New York Voices. Highlights abound, from the playful yet nostalgic “What Good is Summer?”—a Bossa Nova gem co-performed with its composer Marcio Nucci and cellist Eugene Friesen—to the empowering “Song of Self Affirmation” and the silky grooves of “Marketplace” featuring Mario Biondi. “Almost Paradise,” featuring Luciana Souza, glows with subtle longing, while “The Acupuncture Song” with Chico Pinheiro and Pretinho Da Serrinha bursts with rhythmic vitality.
As Brazilian legends Ivan Lins and Egberto Gismonti have attested, Fischer is an essential voice in the evolution of contemporary Brazilian music. With Beyond Bossa, she creates a luminous, multilingual bridge between cultures—joyful, poignant, and creatively fearless.
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