Sivuca

Top songs

Feira de Mangaio
No Tempo Dos Quintais
Ain't no sunshine

About Sivuca

Sivuca, born Severino Dias de Oliveira in 1930 in Paraíba, Brazil, was a renowned accordionist, guitarist, and composer. He gained international acclaim for his virtuosity and unique fusion of Brazilian folk music with jazz and classical elements. Throughout his career, Sivuca collaborated with numerous artists and toured extensively, leaving a lasting impact on world music until his passing in 2006.

Sivuca's music often reflects the vibrant social interactions and the colorful life of rural markets in Brazil. His compositions evoke a sense of community and tradition, capturing the essence of Brazilian culture and the everyday lives of its people. His later work continued to explore these themes with depth and authenticity.