Francis Albert Sinatra & Antonio Carlos Jobim

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Frank Sinatra and Antonio Carlos Jobim unite with arranger Claus Ogerman on this 1998 jazz recording that merges bossa nova sophistication with American swing standards. Jobim, the Brazilian composer who helped spark the bossa nova movement in the early 1960s, pairs his distinctive vocals with Sinatra’s on several tracks, including the iconic “The Girl From Ipanema” and “How Insensitive.” The album balances Jobim originals with classic standards by Irving Berlin, Cole Porter, and others, creating a program that showcases two masters of relaxed, elegant phrasing.

This CD contains nine tracks spanning approximately 26 minutes, featuring the interplay between Sinatra’s timeless voice and Jobim’s Latin-tinged melodies. Highlights include “Dindi,” “Quiet Nights Of Quiet Stars (Corcovado),” and “Meditation,” alongside the standards “Change Partners,” “I Concentrate On You,” and “Baubles, Bangles And Beads.” Grab this used copy and experience the sophisticated blend of Brazilian rhythm and American jazz tradition.