Moyses Dos Santos

Brazilian Spirit (feat. Theo Crocker)

Brazilian Spirit (feat. Theo Crocker)

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Rachel Fryer

Rachel Fryer

June 1, 2026

'Brazilian Spirit' is a gorgeous contemporary jazz instrumental that feels both deeply rooted and effortlessly fluid. Recorded in London, the track sees Moyses Dos Santos lead an elegant collaboration with contemporary jazz heavyweight Theo Croker on trumpet and acclaimed Brazilian keyboardist Kiko Continentino, creating something rich with warmth, movement and restraint. There’s a softness to the arrangement that never loses momentum, allowing each musician space to breathe while staying locked into the track’s rhythmic pulse. Theo Croker’s trumpet glides through the composition with a smoky elegance, while the keys add texture and colour around Moyses’ grounding bass work. You can hear the meeting of worlds throughout - the rhythmic heritage of Brazil sitting naturally alongside London’s expansive contemporary jazz scene. Taken from Moyses’ upcoming debut album Maria, 'Brazilian Spirit' feels like a strong introduction to the world he’s building. It's personal, transportive, and rich with both technical finesse and emotional depth, while hinting at a debut rooted in heritage, collaboration and jazz fluidity.