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João Gilberto was a Brazilian guitarist, singer, and composer who pioneered the bossa nova music genre in the late 1950s. His 1959 debut album, "Chega de Saudade," is often considered the first bossa nova album. In 1964, he collaborated with American saxophonist Stan Getz on the album "Getz/Gilberto," which featured the hit "The Girl from Ipanema" and won multiple Grammy Awards. Gilberto was known for his unique guitar playing style and gentle singing, which influenced generations of musicians. His contribution to Brazilian music and the popularization of bossa nova is invaluable. The products available from the artist João Gilberto include vinyls, CDs.
