Artist: Hermeto Pascoal

Hermeto Pascoal is a Brazilian multi-instrumentalist, composer, and arranger, celebrated for his unique contributions to jazz and Brazilian music. Known for his innovative compositions and use of unconventional instruments, Pascoal blends elements of folk, samba, and avant-garde jazz into a distinct, exploratory style. His albums, including Slaves Mass (1977), showcase complex, genre-defying arrangements, earning him admiration as a visionary in modern music and a major influence on Brazilian and global jazz. Read our interview with Hermeto Pascoal.