Gilson Peranzzetta

Born in Rio de Janeiro, Gilson Peranzzetta began studying accordion at nine and switched to piano the following year. He began his professional career in 1964 and worked as Ivan Lins's arranger, musical director, and producer for about a decade. He released Tema Três and Gilmony in the 1960s, followed by albums such as Portal dos Magos and Paisagem Brasileira. He also maintained a long musical partnership with Mauro Senise.