Djalma Corrêa

**Djalma Corrêa** (1943–2020) was a legendary Brazilian percussionist and drummer whose rhythmic innovations left a lasting mark on Brazil’s musical landscape. Hailing from São Paulo, he became a key figure in the 1960s and ’70s, collaborating with giants of *tropicália* and MPB (Música Popular Brasileira), including Gilberto Gil, Caetano Veloso, and Gal Costa. His style blended Afro-Brazilian traditions with jazz and global influences, creating a vibrant, genre-defying sound. Albums like *Espontaneamente se Tenta: Aventuras Sonoras de Djalma Corrêa* and *Alma Barroca* showcase his experimental spirit, while *Gosto De Brasil* reflects his deep connection to his roots. Beyond recording, Corrêa was a passionate educator, sharing his percussive wisdom through workshops worldwide. A true rhythm alchemist, his legacy lives on in the grooves of Brazilian music.

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