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Shorty Rogers - Bossa Nova (LP)

Shorty Rogers

2006
11 tracks
32 min
cool jazz

Bossa Nova

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Product description

Dive into the vibrant and rhythmic world of Shorty Rogers with his 2006 album "Bossa Nova." This captivating collection of 11 tracks, originally released in 1962, blends the sultry allure of bossa nova with the rich textures of cool jazz, big band, and hard bop. Shorty Rogers, a jazz architect known for his innovative sound, masterfully leads his ensemble through a diverse range of compositions that showcase the essence of Brazilian and American jazz fusion.

The album opens with "Samba Do Lorinho - Lorito's Samba," setting the stage for a journey through enchanting melodies and intricate rhythms. Tracks like "Chega De Saudade - No More Sadness" and "Samba Triste - Melancholy Samba" highlight Rogers' ability to convey deep emotion through his music, while "Samba De Uma Nota So - One Note Samba" and "Pao De Assucar - Sugar Loaf" offer a playful and energetic twist. The album also features beautiful ballads such as "O Amore E a Rosa - Love Is a Rose" and "So Voce - Only You," showcasing the band's versatility and musical depth.

With a duration of just over 32 minutes, "Bossa Nova" is a concise yet powerful exploration of jazz styles, making it a perfect addition to any music lover's collection. Whether you're a longtime fan of Shorty Rogers or new to his work, this album promises a delightful and engaging listening experience.

Tracks

Samba Do Lorinho - Lorito's SambaShorty Rogers, his Giants
2:07
Chega De Saudade - No More SadnessShorty Rogers And His Giants
2:17
Samba Triste - Melancholy SambaShorty Rogers, his Giants
2:55
Samba De Uma Nota So - One Note SambaShorty Rogers, his Giants
2:55
Pao De Assucar - Sugar LoafShorty Rogers, his Giants
5:03
Samba Do Empashgi - Empashgi's SambaShorty Rogers And His Giants
4:05
O Amore E a Rosa - Love Is a RoseShorty Rogers, his Giants
3:04
So Voce - Only YouShorty Rogers, his Giants
2:31
Chora Tua Tristeza - Cry Your SadnessShorty Rogers, his Giants
3:23
So Um Amor - Only One LoveShorty Rogers, his Giants
1:47
O Menino Desce O Morro - Little Brown BoyShorty Rogers, his Giants
2:25

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Product specifications

Details

Album: Bossa Nova
Artist: Shorty Rogers
Album release date: June 20, 2006
Label: Rhino/Warner Records
Available: No

Product information

Mono or stereo: Stereo
Duration: 32 min
Tracks: 11 tracks

Other

Limited Edition: No
Genre: Cool jazz
Box set: No
Remastered: No
Reissue: No

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