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BORN
1934
DIED
2023
João Donato Obituary
João Donato was a bossa nova composer and pianist who performed with such greats as Astrud Gilberto (1940–2023) and Tito Puente (1923–2000).
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JF
July 30, 2023
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
M
July 28, 2023
What an amazing artist he was. We pray that God continues to strengthen and comfort the family during this difficult time.
Ronnie Holland
July 25, 2023
My sincere condolences to Joao´s family and friends. Although we never met, Joao´s music has greatly inspired me for years. Rest assured his musical legacy is alive and well in South Carolina, USA!
JE Sowell
July 19, 2023
Please accept my sincere condolences. Joao donatob will truly be missed.
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