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This 1999 reissue contains three bonus tracks not on the original release.
Bossa Antigua picks up the samba-based rim shots of drummer Connie Kay on Take Ten and tries to make a whole new record out of them. While the title track duplicates the original percolating groove of "El Prince," other tracks like "Samba Cantina" revert to a typical bossa nova rhythm of the period, which leads one to conclude that "bossa antigua" is merely whatever Desmond says it is. Of the album's two non-originals, "The Night Has a Thousand Eyes," of course, is made-to-order for Desmond's wistful, sophisticated temperament, and he delivers exactly what a Desmond devotee would expect and love; and "A Ship Without a Sail" has some memorable off-the-cuff solo ideas. Jim Hall is around again to lend subtle rhythm support and low-key savvy in his solos, and like many Desmond companions of this period, he makes a fine sparring partner in the contrapuntal exchanges. The Brubeck Quartet's Gene Wright again lends a sturdy hand on bass. The playing is wonderful throughout, though just missing the full-throttle inspiration of Take Ten. ~ Richard S. Ginell
Personnel: Paul Desmond (alto saxophone); Jim Hall (guitar); Eugene Wright, Gene Cherico (bass); Connie Kay (drums).
Personnel: Paul Desmond (alto saxophone); Jim Hall (guitar); Connie Kay (drums).
Audio Remasterer: Joe Lopes.
Liner Note Authors: Paul Desmond; Doug Ramsey.
Recording information: Webster Hall, New York, NY (06/13/1964-08/20/1964).
Photographer: Chuck Stewart.JazzTimes (12/99, p.153) - "...The interplay between [Jim] Hall and Desmond is always great, but the unhurried elegance of BOSSA ANTIGUA is special even for this great team. Three fine alternate takes enhance this very desirable release." Paul Desmond Bossa Antigua Songs | 1. | Bossa Antigua |
| 2. | Night Has a Thousand Eyes, The |
| 3. | O Gato |
| 4. | Samba Cantina |
| 5. | Curacao Doloroso |
| 6. | Ship Without a Sail, A |
| 7. | Alianca |
| 8. | Girl from East 9th Street, The |
| 9. | Night Has a Thousand Eyes, The - (alternate take, bonus track) |
| 10. | Samba Cepeda - (bonus track) |
| 11. | O Gato - (alternate take, bonus track) |
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Bossa Antigua Music Review Average Rating: (4.8 out of 5 stars)  Paul, Jim, Connie, and Gene. What more do you need.
This CD features two of the best rhythm men who ever played. Gene Wright and Connie Kay play as though they were joined at the hip rather than just casual players on an obscure CD. I love Connie Kay and get caught up listening to him and forgeting about how talented and melodic Desmond and Hall are. This is a series of beautiful tunes played by accomplished musicians.
Submitted by a reviewer (Portland, Oregon) 
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The music on this recording is great! It clearly demonstrates Desmond's love for the Bossa Nova rhythm. Due to the recording techniques of the day, the recording itself sounds a bit dated (the reason for the rating of 4 instead of 5), but the music still shines through. In addition to Desmond's distinctive playing style, the listener also gets the benefit of Jim Hall's subtle stylings on guitar. Any Desmond fan should have this recording in his/her collection.
Submitted by a reviewer (Coeur d'Alene, Idaho)
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Desmond and Hall , Excellent Again
I grew up listening to Paul Desmond as my stepfather is a true jazz afficiando(sp).But it wasn't until I was an adult that I really appreciated how great Desmond is. This recording finds Paul and Jim Hall( guitar) together again playing a South American sound that Hall brought back from Brazil. Mellow alto sax with that tradmark " dry martini" sound of Desmond and Halls efficent crisp guitar work,really a keeper. This CD has been in my rotation since I got it.
Buy this CD , if you do not love Paul Desmond , You will.
Submitted by cjchickering (Michigan)
Was This Review Helpful? Yes No Paul Desmond and Jim Hall, enough said.
I believe this group has recorded some of the best Bossa Nova I have heard. Desmond is not shackled by Brubeck's lock-step playing and is free as a bird on this CD. How can I say enough about Connie Kay. He is the best. This is a beautiful blend of musicians playing beautiful music.
Submitted by tom (Portland Or)
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