Experience the legendary collaboration of bossa nova royalty with this 'Stan Getz meets Joao & Astrud Gilberto' CD from the Immortal Concerts series. This release captures historic live performances from New York in 1964, including recordings from the iconic Carnegie Hall on October 9 and Cafe Au Go Go on August 19. This collection brings together the smooth saxophone styling of Stan Getz with the foundational vocals and guitar of Joao Gilberto and the ethereal voice of Astrud Gilberto.
The 18-track compilation features timeless classics such as 'Corcovado (Quiet Nights)', 'One Note Samba', and 'Meditation', showcasing the height of the bossa nova craze in America. Published by Giants of Jazz in 1990, this CD offers a generous total playing time of over 69 minutes. It is an essential addition for collectors of cool jazz, Latin jazz, and bossa nova history, preserving a significant moment in 20th-century music.