Sergio Mendes, the innovative and influential pianist, composer and arranger who was one of Brazil’s earliest contemporary crossover artists, died Friday in Los Angeles, his family has confirmed. No cause of death was announced, although he recently suffered from long-term Covid. He was 83. Mendes “passed away peacefully” in his hometown of Los Angeles, according […]
Sergio Mendes, Brazilian Bossa Nova Music Innovator, Dies at 83
Sep 6, 2024 | 10:58 AM