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Lyrics Practice: Fico assim sem você Posted by on Oct 15, 2009

Another of my favorites, this song is sung by Adriana Calcanhoto, a cover of a pop-funk song by Claudinho e Buchecha. I’ve taken out random parts of the lyrics which you’ll have to fill in. Happy listening! Avião sem asa, fogueira sem brasa Sou eu assim sem você __ __ __, Piu-Piu sem Frajola Sou…

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Lyrics Practice: Elis Regina Posted by on Sep 21, 2009

Let’s kick off the week with a lovely little tune by Gilberto Gil, as sung by the classic singer Elis Regina. Follow along and see if you can keep up with the lyrics: Essa ladeira, que ladeira é essa? Essa é a ladeira da preguiça Essa ladeira, que ladeira é essa? Essa é a ladeira…

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Lyrics Practice: Jorge Ben Jor Posted by on Sep 14, 2009

Here’s a lovely little song by Jorge Ben Jor, called “Oba lá vem ela.” Listen to the song and try to follow along with the lyrics! Oba lá vem ela estou de olho nela (repeat) Não me importo que ela não me olhe Não diga nada e nem saiba que eu existo Quem eu sou…

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Brazilian Day Posted by on Sep 4, 2009

For those of you who can’t make it to a Brazilian Day celebration, I’m leaving you with a few videos from past Brazilian Days in New York. Have a happy holiday weekend!

New Music: Móveis Coloniais de Acaju Posted by on Aug 24, 2009

Móveis Coloniais de Acaju is a perfect example of why Brazilian music has become such a success on the international music scene. Blending rock, ska, Eastern European influences, and Brazilian music, it has created a unique and upbeat sound. The band was formed in Brasilia, consisting of ten artists, including a flautist and trombonist. Its…

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New Music: Luiza Possi Posted by on Aug 17, 2009

Luiza Possi, age 25, grew up in Rio de Janeiro and gained acclaim as an MPB singer at an early age. She released her first album, Eu sou assim, in 2002, and has released three albums since then. The daughter of a singer and a musical producer, she has also done acting work. Several of…

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New Music: Orquestra Imperial Posted by on Aug 10, 2009

Orquestra Imperial isn’t exactly an orchestra; it’s actually a band made up of 18 members, including famous and non-famous musicians alike who have rotated through various concerts with the group. The band has included Zeca Pagodinho, Seu Jorge, Caetano Veloso, and Elza Soares, amongst other big names, The band was formed in 2002 to play…

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