5 Key Instruments on Jobim's Wave

Piano, guitar, and harpsichord Jobim himself played these three instruments on the album.

Trombones Urbie Green and Jimmy Cleveland provided the trombone parts.

Flute Jerome Richardson played flute on the recording.

Double bass Ron Carter handled the double bass duties.

Drums and strings Dom Um Romão and Bobby Rosengarden played drums, with a string section completing the ensemble.