The arrangements by Tommy Newsom for strings, brass, and woodwinds may be a bit sweet and the 12 performances may be overly concise (often under three minutes), but the resulting music is strangely pleasing. Acoustic guitarist Charlie Byrd always had a strong affinity for Brazilian jazz, and he sticks exclusively to Antonio Carlos Jobim songs during this tasteful and melodic effort. Truly beautiful music.

Musicians:

Charlie Byrd, guitar and with strings, brass & woodwinds

Recording: 1965

Production: Teo Macero

Format : Vinyl Record

1 LP