The Audaz Music of Toninho Horta
Toninho Horta, violão, MPB, guitar, jazz
2011 · 50m
Directed by
Fernando Libânio
Overview
Documentary about the work of the musician and composer Toninho Horta, master of harmonies and instrumentalist whose recognition crosses the borders of Brazil. The documentary follows the main steps of its trajectory at different stages in the history of Brazilian popular music, depicting moments of his career.
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