Antonio Carlos Jobim: An All-Star Tribute Concert

Direct from Brazil in his last recorded performance, this DVD, Antonio Carlos Jobim: An All-Star Tribute, features the compositions of Bossa Nova originator & music icon Antoinio Carlos Jobim, joined by an international delegation of Jazz giants to recreate his classic melodies in this beautiful, concert-length “Thank You.”  Composer of countless unforgettable songs, including Girl From Ipanema, Tom Jobim virtually single handedly brought the world Bossa Nova music. The esteemed pianist / vocalist is joined on stage by a cornucopia of musical legands such as Herbie Hancock, Shirley Horn, Joe Henderson, Gonzalo Rubalcaba, Jon Hendricks, Gal Costa, & many more in this once-in-a-lifetime concert DVD.

With over 400 songs to his credit, Jobim lead the Bossa Nova movement, where it became a staple ingredient in the Jazz cookbook. Jobim’s new sound adapted the rhythmic variety and percussive excitement of the Samba to the intimacy of syncopated guitar, while echoing the melodies and harmonies of Cool Jazz.

“…(Jobim) is paid brilliant tribute in this video that captures his last recorded concert appearance, which happen to feature a cornucopia of jazz greats” – Billboard Magazine

Renowned musicians featured on this concert DVD, Antonio Carlos Jobim: An All-Star Tribute, include Herbie Hancock (piano), Shirley Horn (vocals and piano), Joe Henderson (tenor sax), Gonzalo Rubalcaba (piano), Jon Hendricks (vocals), Gal Costa (vocals), Ron Carter (bass), Alex Acuna (percussion), Paulo Jobim (guitar), Harvey Mason (drums), and of course, the legendary composer, Antonio Carlos Jobim himself on vocals and piano.

 

Here’s What The Critics Say:

“…absolutely killer…the sound quality on the tape is first rate, thank goodness, because the concert footage is excellent and the performances are memorable in every detail…a fine gift…” – Spectator Magazine

“…a wonderful souvenir of one of jazzdom’s greats… it’s musical lovefest.” – Chuck Berg, JazzTimes

“…the ensemble is really grooving… snatch this up” – Jazz Philadelphia

“…the George Gershwin of Brazil…unforgettable and often sophisticated pop music… tastefully produced concert video… Jazz musicians adored Jobim and his sambas for ages…” – The Independent Weekly

 

Selections include:

• Once I Loved
• Agua de Beber (The Waters of March)
• Olha Maria
• O Grande Amor
• Chega de Saudade (No More Blues)
• A Felicidade
• Se Todos Fossem Iguais a Voce
• Luiza, Wave
• Garota de Ipanema (Girl From Ipanema)