Illusions (Eliane Elias album)

Illusions is the first album featuring Brazilian jazz pianist and singer Eliane Elias as a leader. The record was released in 1986 on the Denon label.

Reception

Scott Yanow of Allmusic noted "Eliane Elias' debut as a leader ... finds her abandoning the electric keyboards in favor of acoustic piano. A fine start to a significant solo career."

Track listing

Personnel

• Eliane Elias – piano
• Stanley Clarke – bass (1, 2)
• Lenny White – drums (1, 2)
• Eddie Gómez – bass (3–9)
• Al Foster – drums (4–6, 8, 9)
• Steve Gadd – drums (3, 7)
• Toots Thielemans – harmonica (4, 9)

Chart performance

Illusions peaked at #1 Radio & Records in September 1987 on the Contemporary Jazz chart.

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