Getz/Gilberto

In history, seemingly all great things are happenstance. One could certainly say the same about this serendipitous recording. A quiet, gentle, beautiful record of 8 songs (and 2 reprises) it created a time capsule of that era that surprisingly stands up to todays standards. A great album to relax to, put it on when you need to seriously unwind without drugs or alcohol. It works amazingly well.

You can't be a serious jazz fan and not own this album. That's for sure. I bought it expecting more, but it took me back to listening to my parents' records on the dining room floor in front of the console stereo. The sound and style are very dated, which is not necessarily a bad thing. And sure, I was young and carefree in the 60's, but I won't be playing this album much except when I need to practice some "Ipanema" licks before a gig. That is to say, as good as it is, and even though it is a cornerstone of Latin jazz, I won't listen to it very often, at all.

Simply the best Latin music on the planet. No dinner party should be without this one. Romance relaxation and rejuvenation, you can feel your blood pressure coming down while you're listening.
Saxophone at its sexiest.

I listened to this music back when it was first played and it was great. I purchased this CD as a gift for someone who is a fan of "Girl From Ipanema." However, I liked it so much I kept the CD.

It was first nostalgic but after listening to all of the CD it is classic Brazilian Music interpreted by one of the best American Saxophonist of his time and a wonderful voice. It is great having both renditions Portuguese and the 45rpm. GREAT ALBUM!!!

I read a review for this CD in one of my women's magazines as a good jazz blues cd that would be something you could throw in your cd player and play through during a dinner party or martini party. My husband and I love it. I was a bit skeptical when I saw how long it has been around, but we keep ours in our disc changer and play it often!