Originally posted by George V:
PS Actually, is Bossa Nova a dance? The only information I could find on Google was that it was a Brasilian music which was created in 1950s which "must be understood against the backdrop of traditional Brazilian popular music"
[This message has been edited by George V (edited 12-28-2005).]
George, thank you
From some I'net translation site:
bossa nova
noun bossa novas
1. A dance like the samba, originally from Brazil.
2. Music for this dance.
Etymology: 1960s: Portuguese, from bossa trend + nova new.
From another site:
Bossa Nova
The words Bossa Nova translate to 'new wave', an apt name for a style of music which is 'jazz-influenced samba', born in the 1950s in Brazil. This dance is a softer, more relaxed style, danced in a light-hearted, romantic way.
As I recall, when the bossa style hit the States in the early 60's, it was defined as 'new beat'. Whatever, I think it is beautiful, and love to play in that style.
guy