Samba

Brazilian Ensemble

Samba, a genre deeply rooted in Brazilian culture, has seen many talented artists and composers who have made significant contributions to its development and popularity. One of the most iconic figures in Samba is the late singer and composer Cartola. Born Angenor de Oliveira in 1908 in Rio de Janeiro, Cartola was a founding member of the Estação Primeira de Mangueira samba school, one of the most traditional samba schools in Brazil. Despite facing numerous hardships throughout his life, including periods of poverty and obscurity, Cartola's music remained influential.