THE BRAZILIAN CHORO: ITS HISTORY AND STRUCTURE
THE BRAZILIAN CHORO: ITS HISTORY AND STRUCTURE
Author(s): Marcelo G.M. MagalhãesSubject(s): History, Social Sciences, Education, Fine Arts / Performing Arts, Cultural history, Music, Essay|Book Review |Scientific Life, Cultural Essay
Published by: Wydawnictwo Naukowe Akademii Pomorskiej w Słupsku
Keywords: Brazilian Music; Choro
Summary/Abstract: This article examines the Brazilian musical genre known as Choro. Having discussedthe history of Brazil, the genre is subsequently discussed within a broader context of Brazilian popular music. Many important aspects of Brazilian music related to Choro are considered: (1) the influence of African culture and European music; (2) the role of classical composers like Heitor Villa-Lobos; and, (3) the influence of sacred music, opera and other popular musical types. There is also a detailed explanation of the connection between Choro and jazz, with special attention given to the structure of the music and the role of improvisation.
Journal: Ars Inter Culturas
- Issue Year: 2014
- Issue No: 3
- Page Range: 79-93
- Page Count: 15
- Language: English
