Compilations and classic songs that put you in mind of the city, from Traveler's city playlist.
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Compilations:
Getz/Gilberto, Antonio Carlos Jobim, João Gilberto, and Stan Getz (1963)
The definitive bossa nova album. Four Grammy awards. Features “The Girl from Ipanema” and “Corcovado (Quiet Nights of Quiet Stars).”
Dança do Solidão, Paulinho da Viola
Reissue of classic samba do morro and samba-canção LP (remastered). Some songs by Cartola, Nelson Cavaquinho, and other legendary composers.
Café Brasil, Vol. 2, Época de Ouro
Traditional choro ensemble, with appearances by Ivan Lins, Zeca Pagodinho, Ney Matogrosso, Beth Carvalho, and others.
Sambas de Enredo: Carnival 2007, Various artists
Theme songs from Rio’s Sambódromo Carnival parades.
Lado B Lado A, O Rappa
Samba/reggae/drums/bass/funk. A protest against poverty, violence, and racism. Multimedia CD features two award-winning videos.
Classic Songs:
Ten tunes to send you whistling down Rio’s mosaic promenades. Want more? Stop by Modern Sound (www.modernsound.com.br) at Rua Barata Ribeiro 502, Copacabana—Rio’s leading music store since 1966.
1. “Cidade Maravilhosa” by Aurora Miranda
2. “The Girl from Ipanema” by João Gilberto with Stan Getz and Astrud Gilberto
3. “Ela É Carioca” by Antonio Carlos Jobim
4. “Samba do Avião” by Miúcha and Antonio Carlos Jobim
5. “Corcovado” by Elis Regina and Antonio Carlos Jobim
6. “Mas, Que Nada” by Jorge Ben Jor
7. “Carioca” by Chico Buarque
8. “Aquele Abraço” by Gilberto Gil
9. “Rio 40 Graus” by Fernanda Abreu
10. “Only a Dream in Rio” by James Taylor
