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Hermeto Pascoal

Hermeto Pascoal, born June 22, 1936, in Lagoa da Canoa, Alagoas, Brazil, is a virtuoso multi-instrumentalist, composer, and arranger whose influence in the realm of Brazilian jazz and experimental music is colossal. Known for his eccentric appearance and unconventional approach to music, Pascoal's career spans several decades, during which he has become renowned for his ability to turn the everyday into the extraordinary, utilizing an array of unconventional objects alongside traditional instruments to create his unique soundscapes. His intense creativity and mastery of a wide spectrum of instruments, ranging from the piano to the flute, button accordion to the melodica, have earned him the title of "O Bruxo" (The Sorcerer) among his fans and peers.

Pascoal's discography reflects his relentless pursuit of musical innovation and deep-rooted connections to the rhythms and harmonies of his homeland. Among his most recent works, "Planetário da Gávea" and "Natureza Universal" showcase his continued passion for exploring the intersections of Brazilian sounds with jazz, while "Viajando Com o Som (The Lost '76 Vice-Versa Studio Session)" offers listeners a glimpse into a pivotal moment in his storied career, capturing an unreleased session from the 1970s. In works like "E Sua Visão Original do Forró," Hermeto Pascoal reimagines traditional genres through his unique lens, proving that his art remains as groundbreaking and vital as ever. With the group that bears his name, Hermeto Pascoal & Grupo, he recorded "No Mundo dos Sons," another testament to his ceaseless innovation and the ensemble's tight synchronicity on both composed and improvised pieces. Hermeto Pascoal remains a luminary figure in music, continuing to inspire with his boundless creativity and dedication to the craft.

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