Eri Galvão

Origin

Natal, RN

Genres

samba-enredo, brazilian popular music

Instruments

acoustic guitar

Biography

Eri Galvão, whose birth name was Erivanaldo do Nascimento Galvão, was a Brazilian musician, composer, singer, and radio broadcaster, born in Natal, Rio Grande do Norte. Known for his long tenure as a judge for the Rio de Janeiro carnival, Eri Galvão served on the official jury for many years, evaluating the samba-enredo category. His passion for music led him down various artistic paths, including composition and performance.

Since the 1980s, Eri Galvão lived in Rio de Janeiro, where he became a well-known figure in the musical and carnival scene. In addition to his participation in samba school parades, he also had a radio career, hosting hit shows like "Painel Musical", one of the pioneers in interviews and music on TV Universitária. His work as a samba-enredo judge spanned over three decades, making him recognized as one of the most experienced in this role.

Eri Galvão was the brother of composers Babal and Galvão Filho, belonging to a family with strong ties to Brazilian music. His artistic journey, although marked by his strong involvement in the carnival, also encompassed other facets of Brazilian popular music, with recordings of his works and participation in musical events. He passed away on November 15, 2021, at the age of 73, in Rio de Janeiro, due to heart problems.