Laurindo Almeida

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Born
2 September 1917
Born In
São Paulo, Brazil
Died
26 July 1995 (aged 77)
Laurindo Almeida (September 2, 1917, São Paulo, Brazil–July 26, 1995, Van Nuys, California) was a Brazilian classical guitarist. Prior to being invited to the United States in 1947 by Stan Kenton, Laurindo Almeida played guitar in Rio de Janeiro where he was known for his classical Spanish guitar playing. He joined Kenton's band during the height of its success in the 1940s, then was employed as a studio musician. In 1953 he recorded, with Bud Shank, two albums called Brazilliance for the World Pacific label. He also recorded with Baden Powell, Stan Getz and Herbie Mann, among … read more
Laurindo Almeida (September 2, 1917, São Paulo, Brazil–July 26, 1995, Van Nuys, California) was a Brazilian classical guitarist. Prior to being invited to the United States in 1947 by Stan Kenton, Laurindo Almeida played guitar in Rio de Janeiro where he was known for his classical Spanish gu… read more
Laurindo Almeida (September 2, 1917, São Paulo, Brazil–July 26, 1995, Van Nuys, California) was a Brazilian classical guitarist. Prior to being invited to the United States in 1947 by Stan Kenton, Laurindo Almeida played guitar in Rio de Janeiro where he was known for his classical Spanish guitar playing. He joined Kenton's band during the height of its succ… read more

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2 Play track Classical Current My Reverie
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3 Play track Classical Current The Breeze And I
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4 The Music of Brazil: The guitar of Laurindo Almeida, Volume 1 - Recordings 1949 - 1957 Tea for Two
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8 Play track Classical Current Full Moon And Empty Arms
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9 Play track Classical Current Till The End Of Time
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10 Play track Classical Current Our Love
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    1969 · 12 tracks

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