Eliane Elias

The classical tradition meets the spontaneity of jazz and Brazilian MPB in the virtuosic playing of pianist/vocalist Eliane Elias. Since her early work as a member of the progressive jazz ensemble Steps Ahead, Elias has consistently explored distinct musical paths through her solo recordings and her performances. As a pianist, she showcased her warmth and sophistication on her 1987 debut, Illusions, which found her joined by luminaries like Stanley Clarke, Eddie Gomez, and Lenny White. In 1993, she became one of the first artists to release jazz and classical albums simultaneo...