Hermeto Pascoal

Hermeto Pascoal (born June 22, 1936) is a Brazilian composer and multi-instrumentalist. He was born in Lagoa da Canoa, Alagoas, Brazil. Pascoal is best known in Brazilian music for his orchestration and improvisation, as well as for being a record producer and contributor to many Brazilian and international albums.

Hermeto Pascoal
Background information
Born (1936-06-22) June 22, 1936
Lagoa da Canoa, Alagoas, Brazil
GenresBrazilian music, avant-garde jazz, forró
Occupation(s)Musician, composer
Instrument(s)
  • Keyboards
  • accordion
  • flute
  • saxophone
  • guitar
Years active1964s–present
LabelsBand/musisi
WebsiteOfficial website
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