Egberto Gismonti

The Profile

Egberto Gismonti is a Brazilian composer, guitarist and pianist known for fusing Brazilian traditions with jazz and contemporary classical music, often recording for ECM Records. Celebrated for extended‑range guitars and piano works, he has been active since 1969 and is acclaimed for both solo and collaborative projects.

Brazilian composer, guitarist and pianist; active since 1969; long association with ECM Records; notable collaborations include Naná Vasconcelos, Jan Garbarek and Charlie Haden.

One glowing review celebrates Gismonti’s Dança dos Escravos: a solo acoustic (ten‑string) guitar album of striking expressive power. The reviewer praises his virtuosity and nuance, noting a Villa‑Lobos piece among original compositions. The write‑up links the music to Brazilian history and resistance, dedicating it to Zumbi dos Palmares and the marginalized.