Composer

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Pixinguinha (Alfredo Vianna)

Genre

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Chamber

Style

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Chamber Music

Average_duration

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3:21

"Vou Vivendo" is a choro composed by Pixinguinha (Alfredo Vianna) in 1947. The piece was premiered in the same year by Pixinguinha and his band, which included musicians such as Benedito Lacerda, Altamiro Carrilho, and Jacob do Bandolim. The piece is divided into two movements, with the first being a lively and upbeat melody played by the flute and the second being a slower and more melancholic section played by the clarinet. The piece is characterized by its intricate melodies and harmonies, as well as its use of syncopation and improvisation. Pixinguinha was a master of the choro genre, which originated in Brazil in the late 19th century and is characterized by its use of syncopation and improvisation. He was known for his virtuosic flute playing and his ability to blend traditional Brazilian rhythms with elements of jazz and classical music. "Vou Vivendo" is a prime example of Pixinguinha's unique style, which combined the traditional sounds of the choro with modern harmonies and improvisation. The piece has become a classic of the choro repertoire and is still performed and recorded by musicians around the world.

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