known for bringing liberating and timely changes to the country, princess isabel first signed the free womb law in 1871, freeing all children of slaves, and then the abolition of slavery in 1888, setting free over 4 million slaves.

in a city famed for its musical genius, and the rhythmic beat that flows through its veins, it can be difficult to stand out among the crowds, lost amongst a sea of musical talent.

however, this was not the case for the city's best-known and most popular musician: tom jobim.