Summary
Hermeto Pascoal, a renowned Brazilian composer and musician known for his blend of jazz and traditional music, has died at 89. He achieved global fame for his innovative style and played many instruments, reaching significant acclaim despite starting from humble beginnings.
Key Facts
- Hermeto Pascoal was a Brazilian composer and musician who passed away at 89.
- He was famous for combining jazz with traditional Brazilian music.
- Pascoal was a self-taught multi-instrumentalist able to play many instruments, including piano, flute, saxophone, guitar, drums, and accordion.
- Miles Davis called Pascoal "the most important musician on the planet."
- Pascoal composed over 2,000 instrumental pieces.
- He began playing music at age 10, performing at dances and weddings.
- In the 1950s, he moved to Rio de Janeiro and became part of the jazz scene there.
- Despite his success in jazz, Pascoal did not consider himself solely a jazz musician and valued traditional Brazilian music equally.
