Getz/Gilberto

One of my favorite CD's. I can listen to it repeatedly without complaint as I love Astrud's voice and style.

With the temps so high, tunes like these (and Sergio Mendes) are a good way to feel a little cooler.

This album is just divine. The music is soothing, relaxing, and very sensual. It's the perfect album for an intimate dinner or when you just want to unwind. Astrud Gilberto's vocals are laid back and languorous. to sum it all up: perfection!

This essential bossa nova masterwork everyone agrees on in a historical context does miss perfection. Despite the commanding songwriting and singing, this newfound vocabulary of sexy chord changes does slightly replay itself throughout the short disc making for parallel melodies throughout, along with the sumptuous, at times slightly awkward vocal phrasings. This is not to negate the fact that this album is a complete triumph of aesthetics, overpowering any specific gripes with it's liquid smooth tranquility.

After more than 40 years, the gentle Bossa Nova rhythms of Getz/Gilberto remain fresh and relevant.
Each time I listen to this album, it's like a mini-trip back to the beaches of Rio.
Outstanding musical performances by all concerned and, of course, excellent song writing by the inimitable Mr. Jobim.
The digital sound is excellent and there is an excellent liner notes booklet.