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Jazz Samba Encore!

Luiz Bonfá · 1963

43 min · 11 tracks · jazz · bossa nova · samba-canção

A vibrant fusion of bossa nova and jazz, echoing with rich Brazilian rhythms and melodic improvisation.

Why this album works

The album played a significant role in popularizing bossa nova outside Brazil, contributing to its rise in the American jazz scene during the early 1960s. It received critical acclaim for its innovative blending of styles, with tracks like 'So Danço Samba' becoming staples in both jazz and bossa nova repertoires.
Best for
steady rhythmic journeys vibrant, uplifting atmosphere melodic improvisation exploration
Context
By 1963, Luiz Bonfá was already a key figure in the bossa nova movement, following his breakthrough album 'Jazz Samba' in 1962. 'Jazz Samba Encore!' solidified his reputation internationally, showcasing his unique guitar style and compositions that fused samba and jazz elements.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Sambalero 2:09
  • 2 So danço samba Standout 3:38
  • 3 Insensatez 3:23
  • 4 O morro não tem vez Standout 6:55
  • 5 Samba de duas notas 4:21
  • 6 Menina flor 4:11
  • 7 Mania de Maria 2:45
  • 8 Saudade vem correndo 3:40
  • 9 Um abraço no Getz (A Tribute to Getz) 4:27
  • 10 Ebony samba (Second version) 4:39
  • 11 Ebony samba (First version) Standout 3:48

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