Charlie Byrd

Charlie Byrd on vinyl: bossa nova on nylon strings

In short: Charlie Byrd (1925–1999) from Virginia played jazz on the classical guitar with nylon strings. After a trip to Brazil he recorded “Jazz Samba” with saxophonist Stan Getz in 1962 – the album that made bossa nova known in the US, including the hit “Desafinado”. The Vinyl Room currently has 5 Charlie Byrd records.

What makes Charlie Byrd special?

Classical technique meets swing: Byrd combined the refined playing of the concert guitar with jazz and Brazilian rhythms. The record “Desafinado – The Bossa Nova Original” with Stan Getz recalls that moment.

Riverside released “Guitar Artistry” and “Latin Impressions”, and on “Tango” he meets the Brazilian guitarist Laurindo Almeida.

From our stock

Records by Charlie Byrd

→ Stan Getz · Riverside Records · Bossa nova · Jazz on vinyl

FAQ

Which guitar did Charlie Byrd play? The classical guitar with nylon strings.

What is “Jazz Samba”? His 1962 album with Stan Getz, which made bossa nova popular in the US.

Who is Laurindo Almeida? A Brazilian guitarist with whom he recorded “Tango”.

Which records do you have? Mostly records from the sixties – 5 records in all.