Nova Musica Paulista

Nova Musica Paulista (New Music from São Paulo) is a Brazilian music genre that emerged in the late 1970s and early 1980s. It is a fusion of traditional Brazilian music styles such as samba, bossa nova, and choro, with elements of jazz, rock, and classical music. The genre is characterized by its use of complex harmonies, improvisation, and a focus on instrumental virtuosity. It is often seen as a reaction to the commercialization of Brazilian popular music in the 1970s. Notable artists of the genre include Hermeto Pascoal, Egberto Gismonti, and Naná Vasconcelos.