Laurindo Almeida
Bossa nova, Musical Artist
1917 – 1995
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Who was Laurindo Almeida?
Laurindo Almeida was a Brazilian virtuoso guitarist and composer who made many recordings of enduring impact in classical, jazz and Latin genres. He is widely credited, with fellow artist Bud Shank, for creating the fusion of Latin and jazz which came to be known as the “Jazz Samba.” Almeida was the first artist to receive Grammy Awards for both classical and jazz performances. His discography encompasses more than a hundred recordings over five decades.
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- Born
- Sep 2, 1917
Miracatu - Also known as
- Laurindo Ahmeida
- Almeida, Laurindo
- Laurinda Almeida
- Laurindo Jose de Araujo Almeida Nobrega Neto
- Nationality
- Brazil
- Profession
- Died
- Jul 26, 1995
Los Angeles
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on July 23, 2013
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