Album: Getz/Gilberto by João Gilberto (1964)
Format: Album

Artist Background: João Gilberto was born in Juazeiro, Bahia, Brazil. From an early age, music was a part of Gilberto's life. His grandfather bought him his first guitar at the age of 14. During high school, Gilberto teamed up with some of his classmates to form a small band. Gilberto, who led the band, was influenced by Brazilian popular songs, American jazz, and even some opera, among other genres. After trying his luck as a radio singer in Salvador, Bahia, the young Gilberto was recruited in 1950 as lead si... Part of the Juazeiro, Brazil music scene. Emerged in the classic era. Associated with Jazz movement. Known for Latin style.

Music Scene: Part of the Juazeiro, Brazil music scene. Emerged in the classic era. Associated with Jazz movement. Known for Latin style.

Tags: 1960s, Album

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Getz/Gilberto

João Gilberto

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