Brazilian musicians born in the year 1944
Here are 7 famous musicians from Brazil were born in 1944:
Chico Buarque
Chico Buarque (June 19, 1944 Rio de Janeiro-) a.k.a. Francisco Buarque de Hollanda, Chico Buarque de Hollanda, Julinho da Adelaide or Francisco "Chico" Buarque de Hollanda is a Brazilian writer, singer, poet, songwriter, playwright, guitarist, composer, film score composer, screenwriter and actor. He has three children, Sílvia Buarque, Helena Buarque de Hollanda and Luísa Buarque de Hollanda.
His albums include Dança da Meia-Lua, En Español, Meus caros amigos, O Corsário do Rei, Terra, Carioca ao vivo, Chico Buarque de Hollanda, Volume 4, Francisco, Gota D'Água and Les Grands Succès de Chico Buarque. Genres he performed: Samba, Música popular brasileira and Bossa nova.
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Nelson Motta
Nelson Motta (October 29, 1944 São Paulo-) also known as Nelson Mota, Nelson Cândido Motta Filho or Nelsinho Motta is a Brazilian writer, journalist, record producer, songwriter, film score composer, screenwriter, actor and television director. He has three children, Esperança Motta, Nina Moreno and Joana Motta.
Genres he performed: Música popular brasileira and Brazilian rock.
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Nelson Freire
Nelson Freire (October 8, 1944 Boa Esperança-) also known as Freire, Nelson or Nelson José Pinto Freire is a Brazilian pianist.
Discography: Salzburg, Bolero / Rapsodie espagnole / Ma mère l'oye / Pavane (London Symphony Orchestra feat. conductor: Claudio Abbado), Harmonies du soir, Rachmaninoff: Suite Op. 17, No. 2 / Ravel: “La Valse” / Lutosławski: Paganini Variations, Carnaval des Animaux, Brasileiro, Piano Sonatas, opp. 27 no. 2, 53, 81a & 110, 4 Scherzi, Polonaise No. 6, Ballade No. 3, Berceuse, etc. (feat. piano: Nelson Freire) and Piano Concerto no. 2 / Ballade no. 4 / Berceuse / Polonaise héroique.
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Naná Vasconcelos
Naná Vasconcelos (August 2, 1944 Recife-) a.k.a. Nana Vasconcelos or Nana Vasconcellos is a Brazilian percussionist, composer, songwriter, singer, musician and film score composer.
Discography: Fragments, Storytelling, , Saudades, Codona 3, Codona 2, , Isso vai dar repercussão, Inclassificable and Duas Vozes. Genres he performed include Latin jazz.
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Zezé Motta
Zezé Motta (June 27, 1944 Campos dos Goytacazes-) also known as Maria José Motta de Oliveira, Zeze Mota or Zezé Mota is a Brazilian actor and singer. Her children are called Luciana Motta, Nadine Motta, Sirlene Motta, Carla Motta and Cíntia Motta.
Zezé Motta began her career in the arts in the 1960s, as a theater actress. She would later gain prominence in the 1970s, when she starred in the acclaimed film "Xica da Silva" (1976), by director Cacá Diegues. The film would become a landmark for black representation in Brazilian cinema.
In addition to her work on the big screen, Motta has also starred in several Brazilian soap operas and TV series. She has released several albums throughout her career, which have explored various genres of Brazilian music, such as samba and MPB (Brazilian Popular Music).
Motta is also an activist in the Brazilian civil rights movement, advocating for the end of racial inequality and discrimination. She has received several awards for her contributions to the arts and the promotion of racial equality.
Motta was born in Campos dos Goytacazes, a city in the state of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. She grew up in poverty and began working as a maid at a young age to support her family. Despite facing numerous obstacles, Motta was determined to pursue a career in the arts. She moved to Rio de Janeiro, where she studied theater and began her acting career.
Aside from her role in "Xica da Silva," Motta has appeared in numerous other films over the years, including "Quilombo" (1984), which tells the story of a group of escaped slaves in 17th century Brazil, and "Orfeu" (1999), a retelling of the Greek myth of Orpheus set in a contemporary Rio de Janeiro favela.
Motta has also been actively involved in various social causes throughout her career. In the 1970s, she was a member of the Black Experimental Theater (Teatro Experimental do Negro), a group that aimed to promote the visibility of black actors and performers in Brazil. She has also been a vocal advocate for the rights of Afro-Brazilians, and has used her platform to speak out against racism, sexism, and inequality.
In recognition of her contributions to Brazilian culture, Motta has received numerous honors and awards, including the Order of Cultural Merit (Ordem do Mérito Cultural) and the Grande Prêmio da Crítica de São Paulo. She remains a respected and influential figure in Brazil's artistic and social landscapes.
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Ney Latorraca
Ney Latorraca (July 27, 1944 Santos, São Paulo-) also known as Antônio Ney Latorraca is a Brazilian actor.
He began his acting career in the late 1960s and has since then worked in various television shows, films, and theater productions. Latorraca gained widespread recognition for his role in the Brazilian telenovela "Roque Santeiro" in which he played the character of Roque. He has also appeared in several other popular Brazilian telenovelas such as "Tieta", "A Próxima Vítima", and "Porto dos Milagres". In addition to his work on television, Latorraca has also acted in films such as "O Invasor" and "Feliz Natal". He is regarded as one of the most accomplished actors in Brazil, having won several awards for his work in the industry.
Latorraca's interest in acting began at a young age and he studied theater and arts in college. He then moved to Rio de Janeiro to pursue his acting career. In addition to his work as an actor, Latorraca has also directed plays and written scripts for television shows.
Throughout his career, Latorraca has been recognized for his talent and has won numerous awards, including the prestigious Molière Award for Best Actor. He is also a member of the Brazilian Academy of Arts and has been recognized by the Brazilian government for his contributions to the arts.
Latorraca is known for his versatility as an actor, taking on a wide range of roles and always bringing passion and dedication to his craft. He continues to work in the Brazilian entertainment industry today, and is considered a legend in the field.
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Reginaldo Rossi
Reginaldo Rossi (February 14, 1944 Recife-December 20, 2013 Recife) a.k.a. Rossi, Reginaldo was a Brazilian singer-songwriter.
His albums include À procura de você, Meus momentos, Grandes Sucessos: Ao Vivo, Rossi the King, 20 Super Sucessos II, Reginaldo Rossi - Seleção de Ouro and Reginaldo Rossi - Ao Vivo 2000. Genres: Rock music.
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