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At 07:02:41 PST on 02-19-07, Kenny wrote:
Kenny,
It has been a long time since I have posted on the Forum. Ever since 1962 when I first heard Getz & byrd's "Desifinado" I have been a big fan of the genre commonly known as "Bossa Nova", but specifically the songs of Jobim. As a long time fan of yours I have often wondered why you haven't done a CD of just his music. I would certainly love to hear you wrap your fantastic vocal instrument around songs such as "Trieste", "Dindi", "Wave", "Agua de Beber" and on and on. I have loved ecerything you have done, but I found the "Here in my Heart" CD with its obvious Brazilian influence particularly to my liking. I especially thought the Rosa Passos vocals added a sensuality to the CD that was palpable. I am hoping that someday in the future you will record a whole host of Jobim's music.
Sincerely,
George
>A brief history.
>In 1962, I first heard the music of Joao Gilberto. The next year, while hanging in a club in New York City, called "The Scene" I met a most gifted Brazilian guitarist. His name is Hermeto Pascoal. They were my initial influences. Shortly after that I met Antonio Carlos Jobim, and I was off and running. When I moved to California in '71, I became friends with Airto Moriera and Flora Purim. They introduced me to the great Oscar Castro Neves. In a nutshell, these are the ones I listened to, and was influenced by.
>Right now, I am looking forward to the Java Jazz Festival, in Jakarta Indonesia. I'll be playing in a trio configuration, with Airto on percussion/drums, and Brian Bromberg on bass. It's a long ride to the festival, but for me.....well worth the trip.
>Be safe and well,
>Kenny
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