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Widely regarded as one of the most respected and sought-after musicians
in the music world, Brazilian-born Eumir Deodato has racked up 16
platinum records to his credit as artist, arranger or producer with
combined sales of well over 25 million records in the USA alone. His
discography, including compilations and all his work as arranger,
producer and keyboardist, surpasses 450 albums. He has also had the
honor of performing with the St. Louis Symphony (which backed him on his
superb Artistry album), the Cincinnati Symphony, the New York
Philharmonic and the Orchestra di Musica Leggera dell’Unione Musicisti
di Roma. In addition, several artists over the years have covered his
songs, including George Benson, Lee Ritenour, Sarah Vaughan and The
Emotions to mention just a few. And yet, in spite of all of his varied
triumphs, honors and distinctions over the years, the multi-talented,
multi-instrumentalist will probably forever be associated with one song –
his innovative rendition of Richard Strauss’ classical opus Also Sprach
Zarathustra (or more commonly known as the theme to 2001: A Space
Odyssey).

That single compelling song, which first appeared on
his 1973 debut album for CTI Prelude, sold at least five million copies
and earned Deodato his first Grammy Award, instantly moved him to
international stardom and setting a course for his remarkable ongoing
career in music. Thirty years later, that same tune has found its way
into the repertoire of the jam band Phish, a testament to Deodato’s
enduring influence.