Carlos Paredes, (February 16, 1925–July 23, 2004) was a Portuguese guitar player, born in Coimbra, son of the famous Artur Paredes. He is credited with popularising the medium internationally during the 20th century, being frequently considered to be the most talented Portuguese musician of the 20th century. For his dextrous playing style he was known as the "Man with a Thousand Fingers".