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Charlie Byrd was an American jazz guitarist known for his contribution to popularizing bossa nova in the United States. In 1962, he collaborated with saxophonist Stan Getz to record the album "Jazz Samba," which included tracks like "Desafinado" and "Samba de Uma Nota Só." This album was instrumental in introducing bossa nova to the American music scene. Byrd also released "Latin Impressions" and "Bossa Nova Pelos Passaros" in 1962, further exploring Latin American musical styles. His unique style combined classical guitar technique with jazz elements, influencing many musicians.
