Description

Antonio Carlos Jobim (1927-1994), “Antonio Carlos Jobim for Classical Guitar”
Arranged by Paulo Bellinati.
Published by Mel Bay Publications.
Standard Notation.
48 Pages.

In this collection,  masterful Brazilian guitarist Paolo Bellinati has meticulously transcribed his solo guitar arrangements of 10 melodies by his beloved countryman and pioneering bossa nova composer, Antonio Carlos Jobim. The book also contains arrangements of lyrical songs ‘of a more introspective and romantic character,’  including ‘Luiza’ which Bellinati regards as ‘the most beautiful and perfect Brazilian song ever written. The book also includes substantial biographies of both the author/arranger and the composer,  plus a notation key illuminating the special techniques needed to effectively render these arrangements.

Content:

*  Estrada Branca
*  Bate-Boca
*  Luiza
* Por Toda a Minha Vida
*  Antigua
* Chora Coração
*  Garoto
*  Valsa do Porto das Caixas
*  A Felicidade
*  Surfboard