DESCRIPTION
After making her professional debut as the cool, breathy voice behind the historic 1964 crossover smash “The Girl from Ipanema”, Brazilian singer Astrud Gilberto became a major force in popularizing the bossa nova sound. After making her professional debut as the cool, breathy voice behind the historic 1964 crossover smash “The Girl from Ipanema”, Brazilian singer Astrud Gilberto became a major force in popularizing the bossa nova sound.

Her understated yet magnetic delivery is spotlighted on this collection, showcasing her instantly-recognizable approach to songs drawn from a variety of sources—Brazil, pop hits and standards. Tracks: CD
The Girl From Ipanema
Once I Loved
Água de Beber
Fly Me To The Moon
Summer Samba (So Nice) Edit
Manha De Carnaval
It Might As Well Be Spring - Live At Café Au Go-Go, 1964
Corcovado (Quiet Nights Of Quiet Stars)
How Insensitive
Só Tinha De Ser Com Você
(Take Me To) Aruanda
O Morro (Não Tem Vez)
Berimbau
The Shadow Of Your Smile - Love Theme From "The Sandpiper"

UNIVERAL PICTURES