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Originally released in 1963, The Composer of Desafinado Plays marked the debut album by Brazilian pianist, guitarist, and songwriter Antônio Carlos Jobim, one of the most influential figures in 20th-century music. Backed by arrangements from the great Claus Ogerman, this Verve classic presents Jobim’s own instrumental renditions of his most famous compositions — the same songs that introduced the world to the sound of bossa nova.
From the flowing elegance of The Girl From Ipanema and Corcovado to the sophistication of Insensatez and Desafinado, each track radiates Jobim’s subtle harmony and melodic genius. Combining orchestral lushness with cool jazz precision, the album remains a landmark in the fusion of Brazilian and American styles. Remastered all-analogue from the original tapes as part of the Verve Vault Series, this reissue offers the definitive listening experience of one of Jobim’s most timeless works.