Hermeto Pascoal (BR)
Multi-instrumentalist Hermeto Pascoal is a legendary figure in the history of Brazilian music. Well known for his abilities in orchestration and improvisation, as well as being a record producer and contributor to reputable Brazilian and international releases for almost 5 decades. His compositions appear on albums by Miles Davis and other international jazz heavyweights. He has performed venues and festivals around the globe, written thousands of songs, released countless records. Hermeto’s current sextet is an extrasensory musical unit that has been with him, recording and touring for many years now. Hermeto Pascoal is a true maestro, cultural icon, and major reference to many artists, also known as “O Bruxo” – the Wizard. Hermeto’s approach to music is unusual, understanding it like a natural force. Objects and noises of all kinds are incorporated. “My head is universal” he says. “I wasn’t born just to perform classical or jazz.”