Moacir Santos
- Type: Composer
- Country: Brazil
- Born: July 26, 1926 in Flores do Pajeú, Pernambuco, Brazil
- Died: August 6, 2006 in Pasadena, California, United States
Biography
Brazilian composer and arranger from Pernambuco (1926–2006), a teacher of *Baden Powell* and *Sérgio Mendes* whose 'Coisas' (1965) is a landmark of Brazilian instrumental music. From 1967 he lived in Pasadena, California, recording 'Maestro' (1972) and 'Saudade' (1974) for #Blue Note Records#, and was rediscovered late through the tribute album 'Ouro Negro' (2001) by a new generation. His compositions are now Brazilian standards.
Genres
Moacir Santos Discography
- Coisas (1965) - Album - rated 4.22/5
- Maestro (1973) - Album - rated 3.69/5
- Ouro negro (2001) - Album - rated 4.1/5