Communion is the eighth studio album by John Patitucci, released in 2001. The album features 18 musicians and showcases Patitucci's exploration of Afro-Cuban and Brazilian rhythms. The compositions are brought to life by some of the best contemporary jazz musicians, including Brad Mehldau, Joe Lovano, and Brian Blade. The album's standout track, 'Choro Luoco,' features Luciana Souza's stunning vocals. Personnel includes John Patitucci, Joe Lovano, Branford Marsalis, Chris Potter, Tim Ries, Luciana Souza, Bruce Barth, Brad Mehldau, Ed Simon, Brian Blade, Horacio 'El Negro' Hernandez, Marc Quinones, Duduka DaFonseca, Valtinho Anastacio, Richard Rood, Elizabeth Lim Dutton, Lawrence Dutton, and Sachi Patitucci.