Quincy Jones - Big Band Bossa Nova

A byproduct of the bossa nova fad that followed the success of "Desafinado" (and preceded the famous recording Getz/Gilberto), this set finds Quincy Jones utilizing and exploiting bossa nova rhythms in his arrangements for a big band. The personnel includes flügelhornist Clark Terry, altoist Phil Woods, pianist Lalo Schifrin, guitarist Jim Hall, and (on "Soul Bossa Nova") the remarkable Rahsaan Roland Kirk. AllMusicGuide

Jones' gift for rich orchestrations and Bossa Nova's floating yet supple rhythms were bound to meet on record. And with Lalo Schifrin and Latin American percussionists (and Jim Hall on 2 tracks), success was guaranteed. Featured here is the CD debut of the frequently sampled "Soul Bossa Nova," now a favorite theme for the 1998 World Cup. This Verve By Request title also boasts 1 previously unissued bonus track ("A Taste of Honey)."