Sambabook
Sambabook is a collection celebrating the rich legacy of Brazilian music, culture, and samba. To date there are tributes to João Nogueira, Martinho da Vila, Zeca Pagodinho, Dona Ivone Lara, and Jorge Aragão.
Carnaval: Samba & Frevo
Let Carnaval Begin! With just barely a week before Carnaval in Brazil, two new CDs are available in the market that will guarantee your celebration is lively. Martinho da Vila’s Enredo and Capiba – 25 Anos de Frevo. Enredo is a collection of sambas … Continued
Brasileiro
An Introduction Like No Other Whether you are already familiar with Brazilian music or this is your first time listening to this fascinating and rhythmic genre of World Music, Brasileiro will most definitely appeal to your taste. Compiling a multi-artist release can … Continued
Various: Songbook João Bosco 3
Esmerado Trabalho Terceiro volume do songbook de João Bosco que ganhei no Natal e só hoje estou terminando de ouvir. Chegou a um ponto que me pegou “na veia” e tenho que repartir. Ou buscar eco, alguém que tenha … Continued
Various: Casa de Samba 4
Young and Old in Samba Unity One of the characteristics of Brazilian music is that most musicians show appropriate respect to the other’s music. And there’s always a certain degree of respect for the older generation of musicians. The … Continued
Jorge Aragão: Ao Vivo – Convida
The Joy of a Few Sambas Jorge Aragão is samba. He started a successful career in the 70’s, and recorded his first album in 1982. In the series “Ao Vivo Convida” this album gives an overview of Jorge’s accomplishments … Continued
Gonzaguinha: No Samba
Optimism in Sambas In 1991, Brazilian Popular Music (Música Popular Brasileira, MPB) suffered a tremendous loss when Gonzaguinha (September 1945 – April 1991) died in a car accident. One of the most respected songwriters in Brazil, Gonzaguinha left behind … Continued
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