Aglaia Souza

Origin

Rio de Janeiro, RJ

Genres

MPB, brazilian popular music, poetry

Instruments

voice

Biography

Aglaia Costa de Souza is a Brazilian writer, poet, lyricist, and music teacher, born in Rio de Janeiro on March 28, 1943. Recognized for her vast literary work, which includes poetry, chronicles, and short stories, Aglaia also stands out as a lyricist, collaborating with various Brazilian musicians. Her poetic production has earned her critical and public acclaim, with texts studied in schools and several literary awards.

As a writer, Aglaia Souza has released over ten books, among them "Gota de Barro" (1982), "Artesã" (1989), "Vida Fêmea" (1991), and "Murmúrio" (1993). In addition to her original work, she has also worked on organizing anthologies and collections, such as "Cronistas de Brasília" (vol. I and II). Her activity extends to music, where she writes lyrics for songs, being a frequent partner of musician Flávio Fonseca, with whom she released the album "O Som da Poesia".

Aglaia Souza is a member of the National Association of Writers and one of the founders of the Taguatinga Academy of Letters. Her contribution to Brazilian culture is marked by versatility, moving masterfully between literature and music, enriching the artistic scene with her sensitivity and talent.

Discography

• O Som da Poesia (2014)