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Written for musicians and non-musicians alike, this text analyses the work of master guitarist and singer João Gilberto. Having listened and played his music since he was sixteen years old, Fred Thomas deals with João’s influences, obsessions, musical values, singing style, guitar style, rhythmic language, samba, phrasing, harmony, sound, pronunciation….With tracks and musical examples as your guide, get deep into the music of Brazil’s undisputed musical god.