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Egberto Gismonti
Personb. 1947 · Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Brazil
brazilian jazzjazz fusion
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Egberto Gismonti is a Brazilian composer, guitarist, and pianist born in Rio de Janeiro in 1947. He is known for blending classical, jazz, and Brazilian folk traditions into a distinctive style that spans solo performances and ensemble works. His recordings often feature intricate guitar techniques and rhythmic complexity, drawing on influences from choro, samba, and contemporary classical music. Gismonti has collaborated with artists across genres and released numerous albums that highlight both his instrumental virtuosity and compositional range.
