Lauro Miranda

Origin

Vitória, ES

Also known as

Lauro Osório Miranda

Years Active

1935–2000

Genres

MPB, instrumental

Instruments

piano

Biography

Lauro Osório Miranda, born in Vitória, Espírito Santo, on June 16, 1917, was a renowned Brazilian composer and pianist. Self-taught, he began his musical studies at the age of 10 and, by 18, was already working as a professional pianist in the Automóvel Clube de Campos Orchestra in Rio de Janeiro. His musical career led him to abandon the Faculty of Agronomy to dedicate himself fully to music, becoming an important figure in the Brazilian musical scene.

Throughout his career, Lauro Miranda accompanied several renowned artists, such as Carmem Miranda, Francisco Alves, Orlando Silva, Elizeth Cardoso, and Carlos Galhardo, among many others. His skill as a pianist and arranger was fundamental to the sound of countless recordings and performances. In addition to his work as an accompanying musician, he composed more than 150 songs, which were recorded by various performers and ensembles.

Lauro Miranda was also one of the founders of Sbacem (Sociedade Brasileira de Autores, Compositores e Escritores de Música), demonstrating his commitment to the artistic community and the defense of copyright. His career spanned decades, with performances on radio, television, and international tours across Europe and South America. He ended his professional activities around the year 2000, leaving a significant legacy in Brazilian popular music.

Discography

• Lauro Miranda e Seu Conjunto (1959)