Ramsey Lewis Trio Bossa Nova Argo LP 705 – Vintage Jazz Vinyl Album Review
Argo records 1962 – LP 705
notes:
The Ramsey Lewis Trio brought a fresh and sophisticated sound
to the jazz world with Bossa Nova, released on Argo Records as
LP 705. During the early 1960s, the bossa nova movement captivated
audiences worldwide, and Ramsey Lewis successfully blended
Brazilian rhythms with his signature jazz piano style.
Featuring elegant piano work, subtle percussion, and tasteful
bass lines, Bossa Nova showcases the trio's ability to reinterpret
popular Latin-inspired melodies while maintaining a distinctly
American jazz character. The album reflects the growing influence
of Brazilian music on jazz during the era and remains an enjoyable
listen for collectors and enthusiasts of vintage vinyl records.
The recording highlights Ramsey Lewis's melodic touch and rhythmic
precision, qualities that would later contribute to his rise as one of
the most recognizable jazz pianists of his generation. Today, original
pressings of Argo LP 705 are sought after by vinyl collectors who
appreciate classic jazz and the golden age of bossa nova.
Whether you're a longtime fan of Ramsey Lewis or discovering his
music for the first time, Bossa Nova offers a fascinating glimpse into
the fusion of jazz and Brazilian musical traditions
that defined an important chapter in jazz history.
credits:
to the jazz world with Bossa Nova, released on Argo Records as
LP 705. During the early 1960s, the bossa nova movement captivated
audiences worldwide, and Ramsey Lewis successfully blended
Brazilian rhythms with his signature jazz piano style.
Featuring elegant piano work, subtle percussion, and tasteful
bass lines, Bossa Nova showcases the trio's ability to reinterpret
popular Latin-inspired melodies while maintaining a distinctly
American jazz character. The album reflects the growing influence
of Brazilian music on jazz during the era and remains an enjoyable
listen for collectors and enthusiasts of vintage vinyl records.
The recording highlights Ramsey Lewis's melodic touch and rhythmic
precision, qualities that would later contribute to his rise as one of
the most recognizable jazz pianists of his generation. Today, original
pressings of Argo LP 705 are sought after by vinyl collectors who
appreciate classic jazz and the golden age of bossa nova.
Whether you're a longtime fan of Ramsey Lewis or discovering his
music for the first time, Bossa Nova offers a fascinating glimpse into
the fusion of jazz and Brazilian musical traditions
that defined an important chapter in jazz history.
credits:
Personnel
Ramsey Lewis — piano
Eldee Young — bass
Isaac 'Red' Holt — drums
Josef Paulo — guitar, pandeiro, vocals
Carmen Costa — cabaça (gourd percussion), vocals
Recording Studio
Sources agree that the album was recorded at Yamaha Studio during the September
1962 sessions. Most discographical references identify the location as Los Angeles,
California, while some original pressing notes list Yamaha Studios
and have been reported as San Francisco, California.
Recording Staff
Producer: Ralph Bass
Recording Engineer: Reice Hamel
recorded
September 22 & 25, 1962 Yamaha Studio,
San Fransisco, CA
tracks list:
A1 Samba De Orpheus
Written-By – Jobin*, Bonfa*
3:35
A2 Maha De Carnaval (The Morning Of The Carnaval)
Written-By – Jobin*, Bonfa*
4:41
A3 A Criancinhas (The Children)
Written-By – Eldee Young
2:37
A4 A Noite Do Meu Bem (The Night Of My Love)
Vocals – Carmen Costa
Written-By – D. Duran*
4:17
A5 O Pato (The Duck)
Written-By – J. Silva*
2:37
B1 Generique (Happiness)
Arranged By – Ramsey Lewis
5:00
B2 Roda Moinho (Whirlpool)
Written-By – V. Guaraldi*
3:19
B3 Cara De Palhaco (The Face Of The Clown)
Vocals – Josef Paulo
2:22
B4 Canacao Para Geralda (A Song For Geraldine)
Written-By – R. Lewis*
6:17
Written-By – Jobin*, Bonfa*
3:35
A2 Maha De Carnaval (The Morning Of The Carnaval)
Written-By – Jobin*, Bonfa*
4:41
A3 A Criancinhas (The Children)
Written-By – Eldee Young
2:37
A4 A Noite Do Meu Bem (The Night Of My Love)
Vocals – Carmen Costa
Written-By – D. Duran*
4:17
A5 O Pato (The Duck)
Written-By – J. Silva*
2:37
B1 Generique (Happiness)
Arranged By – Ramsey Lewis
5:00
B2 Roda Moinho (Whirlpool)
Written-By – V. Guaraldi*
3:19
B3 Cara De Palhaco (The Face Of The Clown)
Vocals – Josef Paulo
2:22
B4 Canacao Para Geralda (A Song For Geraldine)
Written-By – R. Lewis*
6:17
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