On January 10, 1963, “Philips” label released “Samba Esquema Novo”, the debut Jorge Ben album. It was recorded in 1962, and was produced by Armando Pittigliani.

Personnel:

• Jorge Ben – vocals, violão
• Luís Carlos Vinhas – piano
• Joao Theodoro Meirelles – flute, saxophone, arrangements
• Pedro Paulo – trumpet
• Manuel Gusmão – bass
• Dom Um Romão – drums
• Luiz Carlos Vinhas – arrangements
• Carlos Monteiro De Souza – arrangements
• Maestro Gaya – arrangements
• Sylvio Rabello – recording
• Celio Martins – recording
• Paulo Breves – artwork
• Mafra – photography
• Armando Pittigliani – liner notes

Track listing:

All tracks by Jorge Ben, except where noted.

1. Mas que Nada
2. Tim Dom Dom – João Mello, Clodoaldo Brito
3. Balança Pema
4. Vem Morena
5. Chove Chuva
6. É Só Sambar
7. Rosa, Menina Rosa
8. Quero Esquecer Você
9. Uála Uálalá
10. A Tamba
11. Menina Bonita Não Chora
12. Por Causa de Você, Menina