Egberto Gismonti at Savassi Festival at Symphony Space

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Egberto Gismonti (b. 1947) is widely recognized as one of Brazil's most influential musicians. His diverse, illustrious career began almost five decades ago, and throughout it he has released over sixty albums, including his original compositions as well as several as producer and arranger. He has written for ballet and film and has collaborated with artists throughout Europe, Brazil, and the US. His work reflects the musical diversity of Brazil, from the Amazon Indian batuque to the Carioca samba and choro, through the Northeastern frevo, baião, and forró.