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Os afro-sambas 1966
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Os afro-sambas

Baden Powell's Os afro-sambas, released in 1991, presents itself as a work that explores the deep roots of Brazilian music, fusing the dexterity of the guitar with rhythmic and melodic elements that evoke African spirituality and culture. Powell, born in Varre-Sai in 1937 and died in Rio de Janeiro in 2000, was a guitarist and composer whose skill led him to be recognized among the great musicians of his time. His connection with the guitar began at an early age, learning from his father and later perfecting his technique with masters like Jayme Florence. This album, in particular, delves into a sonic universe where the rhythms of samba and choro intertwine with influences from African-matrix religions, creating a unique and evocative atmosphere.

Year
1966
Songs
8
Duration
57 min 55 seg
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11 song|s

Song list

# Title Available
01

Abertura

6:20
02

Canto de Ossanha

4:15
03

Labareda

6:10
04

Tristeza e solidão

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5:33
05

Canto do Caboclo da Pedra Preta

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3:40
06

Canto de Xangô

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5:54
07

Bocoxé

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3:08
08

Canto de Iemanjá

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6:03
09

Variações sobre berimbau

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6:05
10

Tempo de amor (Samba do Veloso)

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4:42
11

Lamento de Exu

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6:05

About the album

Os afro-sambas, according to DoReSol

Within Baden Powell's discography, Os afro-sambas stands out for its focus on themes that pay homage to deities and concepts of Afro-Brazilian culture. Songs like Canto de Ossanha, Canto de Iemanjá, and Lamento de Exu are clear examples of this thematic and sonic exploration. The album's structure, with eleven pieces, offers a journey through different facets of this musical fusion. Powell, who was also recognized by Rolling Stone Brasil magazine in 2012 as one of Brazil's guitar and violon icons in the "Acoustic Masters" category, demonstrates on this record his ability to create complex and emotional soundscapes, supported by his deep understanding of Brazilian popular music.

The career of Baden Powell was marked by constant learning and a deep connection with Brazilian rhythms. From his beginnings on radio shows at the age of ten, performing pieces like "Magoado" by Dilermando Reis, to his consolidation as a reference for the guitar, his career was a testament to his dedication to music. Os afro-sambas, with a title that already anticipates its theme, becomes a key piece for understanding the breadth of his artistic vision and his ability to connect different cultural expressions through his instrument.

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