Ernesto Nazareth date of birth:
March 20, 1863
How old was Ernesto Nazareth when died?
70
Where was Ernesto Nazareth born?
Rio de Janeiro City, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
When did Ernesto Nazareth die?
February 4, 1934
What is Ernesto Nazareth nationality?
Brazilian
What is Ernesto Nazareth's occupation?
Composer
What genre is Ernesto Nazareth's work?
Classical
What instruments does Ernesto Nazareth play?
Piano
Short Biography
Ernesto Júlio de Nazareth (March 20, 1863 – February 5, 1934) was a Brazilian composer and pianist, especially noted for his creative Maxixe and Choro compositions. Influenced by African rhythms and many musical styles like the Lundu and the Choro, he never fully accepted this influence, refusing to give popular names to his compositions. A musician of classical training, he classified his music as "Brazilian tangos", since the Argentine tango and polka dances were considered fashionable at the time. His piano repertoire is now part of the teaching programs of both classical and popular styles, as Nazareth once served at the boundary between these two worlds.