Bossa Antigua cover

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.

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

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