Laurindo Almeida

In this Portuguese name, the first or maternal family name is de Araujo and the second or paternal family name is Almeida Nobrega Neto.
Laurindo Almeida
Background information
Birth nameLaurindo José de Araujo Almeida Nobrega Neto[1]
Born(1917-09-02)September 2, 1917
São Paulo, Brazil
DiedJuly 26, 1995(1995-07-26) (aged 77)
Van Nuys, Los Angeles, California, United States
GenresClassical, jazz, bossa nova
Occupation(s)Musician, composer
InstrumentGuitar
Years active1930s–1995
LabelsWorld Pacific, Capitol

Laurindo Jose de Araujo Almeida Nobrega Neto, popularly known as, Laurindo Almeida (September 2, 1917 – July 26, 1995) was a Brazilian guitarist and composer in classical, jazz, and Latin music. He was one of the pioneers in the creation of bossa nova. Almeida was the first guitarist to receive Grammy Awards for both classical and jazz performances. His discography encompasses more than a hundred recordings over five decades.[2]

  1. ^ Ronald C. Purcell (2001). "Almeida (Nobrega Neto), Laurindo (José) (de Araujo)". Grove Music Online (8th ed.). Oxford University Press. doi:10.1093/gmo/9781561592630.article.43173. ISBN 978-1-56159-263-0.
  2. ^ Oliver, Myrna (1 August 1995). "Laurindo Almeida, 77; Classical, Jazz Guitarist". Los Angeles Times.