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Toninho Horta
Meet the artist
A guitarist and composer who was part of the Curlê de Esquina group. He used his delicate sense of harmony to bridge the gap between Brazilian music and jazz techniques. Rich chords flow gently into one another, making accompaniment itself feel melodic.
Small movements inside the harmony open Brazilian song toward improvisation. The musical world shared with Milton Nascimento remains audible in the intimacy of his own work. Complex harmony never becomes an obstacle: floating colors and natural rhythm guide the listener. Following inner lines reveals a deep connection between Brazilian music and jazz.
Where to start listening
Give the guitar chords as much attention as the melody. Enjoy their softness when notes overlap and the moment one harmony moves into another.
1980
1988
Years follow the Atlas catalogue. Recording dates, original release dates and digital reissue dates may differ.