Bossa Nova (John Pizzarelli album)

Bossa Nova is a 2004 Brazilian jazz album by jazz guitarist John Pizzarelli, who is typically known for his swing guitar skills. Some of the selections are penned by Tom Jobim, including "The Girl from Ipanema".

Critical reception

AllMusic reviewer Ken Dryden praised the album for "Pizzarelli's soft, swinging vocals and strong but understated guitar," noting "Gershwin's 'Fascinatin' Rhythm' is easily adapted into a bossa nova."

Track listing

1. "One Note Samba" (Jobim) – 4:42
2. "Fascinatin' Rhythm" (Gershwin, Gershwin) – 3:53
3. "The Girl from Ipanema" (DeMoraes, Gimbel, Jobim) – 4:55
4. "Your Smiling Face" (Taylor) – 2:57
5. "Estate" (Brighetti, Martino) – 4:58
6. "Desafinado" (Jobim, Lees, Mendonca) – 2:35
7. "Aquelas Coisas Todas" (All Those Things) (Horta) – 5:28
8. "I Remember" (Sondheim) – 3:45
9. "Francesca" (Pizzarelli) – 4:32
10. "Love Dance" (Lins, Williams) – 3:39
11. "Só Danço Samba" (DeMoraes, Jobim) – 3:29
12. "Aguas De Marco" (Waters of March)" (Jobim) – 3:59
13. "Soares Samba" (Pizzarelli) – 4:56

Personnel

• John Pizzarellivocals, guitar
• Ray Kennedypiano
• Martin Pizzarellidouble-bass
• Harry Allentenor saxophone
• Paulo Bragadrums
• Jim Saporitopercussion
• Pamela Sklar flute

References