NELSON CAVAQUINHO

Nelson Cavaquinho
Nelson Cavaquinho
Gender: Male
Known for: Acting
Birthday: October 29, 1911
Deathday: February 18, 1986
Place of Birth: Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Biography

Nelson Antônio da Silva (October 29, 1911 – February 18, 1986), better known by the stage name Nelson Cavaquinho, was one of the most important singer/composers of samba. He is usually seen as a representative of the tragic aspects of samba thematics, with many songs about death and hopelessness. He was a prominent figure of samba school Estação Primeira de Mangueira.

Filmography

Production

1975·
O Casal
Original Music Composer
Songs