Bossa Antigua
Paul Desmond · 1965
59 min · 11 tracks · jazz
A smooth blend of cool jazz and Brazilian rhythms, showcasing Desmond's signature alto saxophone melodies.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- smooth melodies for relaxation
- wave-like pacing for contemplation
- steady exploration of rhythms
- intimate moments with friends
- for evening unwind
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking high-energy excitement
- prefer instant gratification tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1965, 'Bossa Antigua' marked Paul Desmond's exploration into Brazilian music after achieving fame as a member of the Dave Brubeck Quartet. This album followed his successful collaboration with Brubeck, positioning him as a solo artist while expanding his stylistic repertoire.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Sun Ra· Charles Mingus· Miles Davis
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Bossa Antigua 4:46
- 2 The Night Has a Thousand Eyes 5:07
- 3 O gato 4:37
- 4 Samba cantina 5:41
- 5 Curação doloroso 4:34
- 6 A Ship Without a Sail 6:22
- 7 Aliança 4:33
- 8 The Girl From East 9th Street 6:27
- 9 The Night Has a Thousand Eyes (alternate take) 7:20
- 10 Samba cepeda (alternate take) 5:09
- 11 O gato (alternate take) 4:56
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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