Oscar Castro-Neves
Guitarist and composer, The Girl from Ipanema
Born
1940
85 years ago
Died
September 27th, 2013
11 years ago — 73 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Brazil
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A Brazilian-American guitarist, composer, and conductor, contributed significantly to bossa nova and jazz music. Collaborated with artists such as Frank Sinatra and Barbra Streisand. Also composed music for film and stage, including a notable version of 'The Girl from Ipanema'. His work is characterized by intricate guitar arrangements and a deep understanding of Brazilian musical roots.
Collaborated with Frank Sinatra
Arranged music for Barbra Streisand
Produced a renowned version of 'The Girl from Ipanema'
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