From his early accordion days and forró roots to his global influence, Hermeto Pascoal lived in total communion with sound, inspiring generations worldwide. More than a multi-instrumentalist, he was a true “multi-thing-ist,” turning pianos, flutes, and drums into magic—but also rubber ducks, teapots, rivers, and stalactites. Perhaps shaped by his vision impairment, he treated every style and every sound source with equal respect, creating what he called universal music—not jazz, not strictly Brazilian, but everything at once. This playlist honors his genius and career, eight decades of spreading music, joy, and love.

The playlist features also Quarteto Novo; Antonio Carlos Jobim; Miles Davis; Médéric Collignon; Anat Cohen, The Anzic Orchestra; and Huw Warren.

Detailed playlist at https://spinitron.com/RFB/pl/21241959/Mondo-Jazz (up to "Pra você, Ilza").

Happy listening!