BC Bossa Nova, The Sound That Seduced The World

Arts Documentary hosted by Greg Appel, published by ABC in 2008. (must see for Bossa Nova lovers) Built on layers of samba rhythms, classical and jazz guitar and poetic lyricism, the Bossa Nova sound was spawned in the beaches and bars of Rio, Brazil in the late 50s, and soon dominated the world s clubs and lounge rooms when anthems like The Girl from Ipanema became huge international hits. These seductive songs of love by the ocean are celebrated in this compelling documentary. Aired on ABC TV and film