Tags: Latin Jazz

Review: Presented here is Brazilian guitarist and composer Roberto Menescal's classic LP A Bossa Nova de Roberto Menescal featuring additional tracks from the same period, all with the legendary Eumir Deodato on piano. Born on October 25, 1937, Menescal is a pioneer of bossa nova and is best known for his iconic song 'O Barquinho' (Little Boat). He has collaborated with Latin music legends like Carlos Lyra, Nara Leao, Wanda Sa, and Ale Vanzella and was nominated for a Latin Grammy in 2002 and received the Latin Recording Academy Special Award in 2013 for his contributions to the genre.This one is a great insight into his sound and what makes him so special.