Analysis of and considerations about the performance of the choros for solo piano Canhôto and Manhosamente by Radamés Gnattali

Authors

  • Rafael dos Santos State University of Campinas

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.35699/2317-6377.2001.57695

Keywords:

Brazilian Popular Music, choro, piano, musical performance, Radamés Gnattali

Abstract

The choros for solo piano Canhôto e Manhosamente by Radamés Gnattali (1906-1988) have most of the characteristic structural elements of the genre (melodic ornamentation, elaboration and functions of the bass line, harmony and rhythm). The incorporation of jazz sonorities and techniques associated to stride piano style make them modern and sophisticated without losing their characteristics. This article suggests some criteria for their performance through the analysis of these elements, based on rhythm, articulation and phrasing.

Author Biography

  • Rafael dos Santos , State University of Campinas

    holds a Doctorate in Music/Piano from the University of Iowa - USA, under the guidance of Prof. Daniel Shapiro. He is a Professor in the Department of Music at the Institute of Arts of UNICAMP, where he currently serves as Head of the Department.

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2025-03-18

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No. 03 (2001): General Topics

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“Analysis of and Considerations about the Performance of the Choros for Solo Piano Canhôto and Manhosamente by Radamés Gnattali”. 2025. Per Musi, no. 03 (March): 5-16. https://doi.org/10.35699/2317-6377.2001.57695.

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