Copacabana
Sarah Vaughan · 1979
35 min · 9 tracks · bebop · cool jazz
A lush fusion of jazz and bossa nova, showcasing Vaughan's rich, emotive vocals over intricate arrangements.
Why this album works
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo flow throughout rich emotive vocal explorations for relaxed gatherings
- Context
- When 'Copacabana' was released in 1979, Sarah Vaughan was in a phase of exploring diverse musical styles, following her acclaimed work in the 1960s and 70s. This album marked her continued evolution as an artist, moving into bossa nova territory while maintaining her jazz roots, after a successful career that included numerous hits and collaborations.
- If you like
- bebop, cool jazz
Copacabana is an album by Sarah Vaughan, released in 1979. A lush fusion of jazz and bossa nova, showcasing Vaughan's rich, emotive vocals over intricate arrangements. This album is significant for its blend of jazz standards with bossa nova, which contributed to the genre's popularity in the United States during the late 1970s. Critics noted Vaughan's ability to interpret complex rhythms and melodies, leading to renewed interest in her work and influencing subsequent artists within the jazz and bossa nova scenes. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Copacabana sound like?
A lush fusion of jazz and bossa nova, showcasing Vaughan's rich, emotive vocals over intricate arrangements. Rooted in bebop and cool jazz.
What makes Copacabana by Sarah Vaughan notable?
This album is significant for its blend of jazz standards with bossa nova, which contributed to the genre's popularity in the United States during the late 1970s. Critics noted Vaughan's ability to interpret complex rhythms and melodies, leading to renewed interest in her work and influencing subsequent artists within the jazz and bossa nova scenes. When 'Copacabana' was released in 1979, Sarah Vaughan was in a phase of exploring diverse musical styles, following her acclaimed work in the 1960s and 70s. This album marked her continued evolution as an artist, moving into bossa nova territory while maintaining her jazz roots, after a successful career that included numerous hits and collaborations.
Who is Copacabana for?
Copacabana works well if you're into steady mid-tempo flow throughout, rich emotive vocal explorations and for relaxed gatherings.
How many songs are on Copacabana?
Copacabana has 9 tracks, running approximately 35 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Copacabana Standout 3:36
- 2 The Smiling Hour (Abra alas) 4:17
- 3 To Say Goodbye (Pra dizer adeus) 3:47
- 4 Dreamer (Vivo sonhando) 3:39
- 5 Gentle Rain Standout 2:48
- 6 Tête 4:39
- 7 Dindi Standout 5:29
- 8 Double Rainbow 3:31
- 9 Bonita 3:53
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