Dorival Caymmi and Samba-canção | Brasil Brasil
Unlike other forms of samba, samba-canção could be sung by individuals, as well as massed bands. Dorival Caymmi became samba's first celebrated solo singer-songwriter.
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Clip Info
- Clip length: 4'30''
- Broadcast year: 2007
Curriculum Connection
- Music | World Music Traditions | Samba
Access
Licence: ERA Licence required
Usage
UK only
Staff and students of licensed education establishments only
Cannot be adapted
Content
- Provider: BBC
- Channel: BBC Four
- Programme: Brasil Brasil
- Episode: From Samba to Bossa
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