Arthur Montenegro

Origin

Rio de Janeiro, RJ

Years Active

1940s

Genres

samba, samba-canção, marcha

Biography

Arthur Montenegro was a Brazilian singer and composer who began his artistic career in the 1940s.

He gained recognition for his performances on radio programs and subsequently signed with the Star record label. In 1949, he recorded several sambas, including "Leviana" and "Festival De Primavera." That same year, he also released samba-canção tracks such as "Bobo" and "Minha Querida."

Throughout the 1950s and 1960s, Montenegro continued to release music with various labels, including Ritmos, Repertório, Todamérica, and Albatroz. His discography features a range of sambas and marchas, showcasing his versatility as an interpreter and composer. He also collaborated with other artists, notably on the LP "Esta é a Turma de samba" with Barbosa da Silva and Jair Avelar in 1962.

Discography

• Mapa para Lugar Nenhum (2026)
• Barbosa da Silva, Arthur Montenegro, Jair Avelar – Turma de Samba