Mário Gennari Filho

Origin

São Paulo, SP

Years Active

1937–1963

Genres

baião, choro, samba, maxixe, polka, fox, mambo, calypso, rock ballad, forró, bolero, latin

Instruments

accordion, guitar, piano, solovox, hawaiian guitar

Biography

Mário Gennari Filho was a Brazilian composer and multi-instrumentalist, born in São Paulo on July 7, 1929. Despite being visually impaired, he became an accomplished musician, mastering the accordion, guitar, piano, solovox, and Hawaiian guitar. His musical journey began at the tender age of eight, performing on Rádio Bandeirantes in São Paulo.

Throughout his career, Gennari Filho made significant contributions to Brazilian music. He recorded over 62 records in the 78 rpm format between 1943 and 1963, releasing music under various labels such as Columbia, Continental, and Odeon. His compositions, including "Sorocabana" and "Saci Pererê," as well as his arrangements of popular tunes like "Casinha Pequenina" and "Brasileirinho," achieved considerable success.

Beyond his performing and recording career, Mário Gennari Filho was also an educator. He co-founded an accordion conservatory in São Paulo with Rosani M. de Barros, nurturing new talent. His work in radio and television, particularly with Rádio Tupi and TV Tupi, further cemented his presence in the Brazilian music scene. He passed away in São Paulo in June 1989, leaving behind a rich legacy.

Discography

• Fiesta In Rio (Baiaos And Boleros From Brazil For Dancing) (1953)
• O Diplomata Do Acordeon (1954)
• Revive Mario Gennari Filho (1967)
• Samba Elegante - Mário Gennari Filho Classics (2025)
• Hum...Mmmmm...É Bom Dançar
• O Milionário do Acordeon
• Mário Gennari Filho e Seu Conjunto Moderno
• 4 Instrumentos
• Bailando Con Mario Gennari Filho