Comadre Florzinha

Origin

Recife, PE

Also known as

Comadre Fulozinha

Years Active

1997–2009

Genres

regional music, coco, baião, ciranda

Instruments

percussion, vocals, bombo, zabumba, congas, djembe, ilu, saxophone, cavaquinho, acoustic guitar, rabeca

Biography

A Comadre Florzinha is an all-female musical group originating from Recife in 1997, whose name refers to a well-known legend of Pernambuco's folklore. The group's work stands out for valuing traditional Northeastern chants and rhythms, with percussion and choral singing as its fundamental pillars. Throughout its trajectory, the band's sound has incorporated elements of genres such as coco, baião, and ciranda, blended with various other cultural influences.

The group released its debut album in 1999, followed by "Tocar na Banda" in 2003 and the work "Vou Voltar Andando" in 2009. In addition to its own discography, the band has collaborated with important names in Brazilian music, participating in albums by artists such as Mundo Livre S/A, Antônio Nóbrega, and Eddie. The ensemble has also expanded its work into theater and cinema, composing soundtracks for prominent productions and participating in stage productions at Teatro Oficina under the direction of José Celso Martinez Corrêa.

With performances on international stages in Europe and North America, the band's lineup has featured several prominent artists over the years, including names like Karina Buhr, Alessandra Leão, and Isaar França. The group's artistic proposal engages with the rich Northeastern heritage in a contemporary way, drawing close to movements that value the country's musical roots as well as the work of artists like Luiz Gonzaga.

Discography

• Comadre Florzinha (1999)
• Tocar na Banda (2003)
• Vou Voltar Andando (2009)