Luiz Bonfá (1922–2001) was a Brazilian guitarist, singer, and composer whose elegant touch and inventive harmonies helped define the sound of bossa nova and Brazilian popular music. Rising to prominence in the 1950s, Bonfá gained international acclaim for his contributions to the film *Black Orpheus*, including the timeless “Manhã de Carnaval.” Blending samba rhythms with classical guitar artistry, his music radiates warmth, sophistication, and emotional depth, influencing generations of musicians and securing his legacy as one of Brazil’s most distinguished musical innovators.