The Composer of Desafinado, Plays (Vinyle)

Antonio Carlos Jobim's first American album is a masterpiece of understated elegance, presenting a dozen songs that would become bossa nova standards. Despite claiming to be out of practice, Jobim's sparse, single-hand piano style lets his flowing melodies shine. Claus Ogerman's signature arrangements -- airy flutes, brooding strings, and lush harmonies -- enhance timeless gems like "Desafinado," "Corcovado," "The Girl from Ipanema," and "One Note Samba." A defining moment in bossa nova's global ascent.

1 The Girl from Ipanema
2 Amor em Paz (Once I Loved)
3 Agua de Beber
4 Vivo Sonhando
5 O Morro Não Tem Vez
6 Insensatez
7 Corcovado
8 One Note Samba
9 Meditation
10 Só Danço Samba
11 Chega de Saudade
12 Desafinado