Birthdate: August 6, 1937

Sun Sign: Leo

Birthplace: Varre-Sai, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Died: September 26, 2000

Baden Powell was a Brazilian guitarist and composer best remembered for his versatality. He often combined classical techniques with swing and harmony and performed in many styles, including Latin jazz, Brazilian jazz, bossa nova, and samba. Apart from performing on stage and composing pieces for guitar, Baden Powell also collaborated with other popular musicians like American flautist Herbie Mann.