Role

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Composer

Country

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Brazil

Birth

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November 7, 1903 in Uba, Brazil

Death

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February 9, 1964

Genre

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Chamber

 

 

Crossover

 

Ary Barroso was a Brazilian composer, pianist, and singer who is best known for his contributions to the development of Brazilian popular music. Born on November 7, 1903, in Ubá, a small town in the state of Minas Gerais, Brazil, Barroso was the son of a music teacher and a housewife. He grew up in a musical family and began playing the piano at a young age. Barroso's musical talent was evident from an early age, and he quickly became known as a prodigy. He began performing in public at the age of 10 and soon became a popular performer in his hometown. In 1923, he moved to Rio de Janeiro to pursue a career in music. In Rio de Janeiro, Barroso quickly established himself as a talented composer and performer. He began working as a pianist in nightclubs and theaters and soon became a popular figure in the city's music scene. In 1929, he composed his first hit song, "No Tabuleiro da Baiana," which became an instant success and established him as a leading composer of Brazilian popular music. Over the next few years, Barroso continued to compose hit songs and became one of the most popular composers in Brazil. His music was characterized by its catchy melodies, lively rhythms, and clever lyrics, and it quickly became a favorite of audiences throughout the country. In 1933, Barroso composed what would become his most famous song, "Aquarela do Brasil" (known in English as "Brazil"). The song was written for a film of the same name and quickly became a national sensation. Its catchy melody and upbeat rhythm captured the spirit of Brazil and became an anthem for the country. In the years that followed, Barroso continued to compose hit songs and became one of the most successful composers in Brazil. He also began to work as a radio and television host, and his popularity continued to grow. In the 1950s, Barroso began to focus more on his work as a composer and less on his performing career. He continued to compose hit songs, including "Na Baixa do Sapateiro" and "Rio de Janeiro," and his music became increasingly popular outside of Brazil. In 1964, Barroso suffered a stroke that left him partially paralyzed. Despite his health problems, he continued to compose music and remained active in the music industry. He died on February 9, 1964, at the age of 60. Today, Ary Barroso is remembered as one of the most important composers in the history of Brazilian popular music. His music continues to be popular in Brazil and around the world, and his legacy as a composer and performer lives on.

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