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Charlie Byrd

Active

1940s - 1990s

Born

September 16, 1925 in Chuckatuck, VA

Died

December 2, 1999 in Annapolis, MD

Genre

Jazz International Vocal

Styles

Bop Bossa Nova Brazilian Jazz Brazilian Traditions World Fusion Latin Jazz Guitar Jazz Jazz Instrument Standards Swing

Also Known As

Charlie Lee Byrd
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Charlie Byrd

Biography by Richard S. Ginell

Classically trained jazz guitarist who helped to popularize bossa nova in the U.S.
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Album Highlights

  • Jazz Samba
    Stan Getz / Charlie Byr …
    Jazz Samba
  • Brazilian Soul
    Laurindo Almeida / Char …
    Brazilian Soul
  • Blue Byrd
    Charlie Byrd
    Blue Byrd
  • Mr. Guitar
    Charlie Byrd
    Mr. Guitar
  • The Guitar Artistry of Charlie Byrd
    Charlie Byrd
    The Guitar Artistry of …
  • Latin Byrd
    Charlie Byrd
    Latin Byrd
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Artists Moods

  • Freewheeling
  • Intimate
  • Refined
  • Reserved
  • Summery
  • Amiable/Good-Natured
  • Elegant
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  • Stylish

Artists Themes

  • At the Beach
  • Background Music
  • Dinner Ambiance
  • Picnic
  • Relaxation
  • Romantic Evening
  • Spring
  • Summer
  • Sweet Dreams
  • In Love
  • Sunday Afternoon
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