Kleber da Viola

Origin

Cunha, SP

Years Active

1990

Genres

sertanejo, música caipira, pagode

Instruments

vocals, viola

Biography

Kleber da Viola, born Kleber, is a Brazilian singer and songwriter of sertanejo music. He is known for his participation in sertanejo duos and for his work as a host of programs focused on caipira music.

His musical career began in childhood alongside his twin brother Kelvin, forming the duo "Kleber e Kelvin". The duo gained national prominence by participating in Silvio Santos's show "Show de Calouros", winning the contest for five consecutive weeks and recording their first LP in 1990. Throughout the 1990s, Kleber and Kelvin released other albums and participated in various television programs, establishing themselves as a successful children's duo.

After his childhood phase, Kleber pursued his career, often associated with the name "Thiago Viola e Kleber", exploring the sertanejo genre and caipira music. He participated in programs such as "Viola, Minha Viola", where he presented a repertoire of pagodes and recalled classic sertanejo songs. Kleber is also known for his work as a host, especially on the program "Terra da Padroeira" on TV Aparecida, where he demonstrates a deep knowledge and appreciation of caipira culture.