Baden Powell was a Brazilian virtuoso guitarist and composer, renowned for blending classical techniques with popular Brazilian rhythms. Born in 1937 in Varre-Sai, Rio de Janeiro, he began guitar lessons at eight and quickly rose to prominence, collaborating with luminaries like Vinícius de Moraes. Their 1966 album, "Os Afro-sambas," is a landmark in Brazilian music. Powell's innovative fusion of samba, bossa nova, and jazz has left an indelible mark, solidifying his status as one of Brazil's greatest guitarists. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Baden_Powell_%28guitarist%29?utm_source=openai))