Monique Aragão

Origin

Rio de Janeiro, RJ

Years Active

1991–2023

Genres

brazilian jazz, MPB, classical

Instruments

piano, keyboards

Biography

Monique Aragão is a prominent Brazilian pianist, composer, arranger, and writer born in Rio de Janeiro on November 10, 1960. She graduated in music from the Universidade do Rio de Janeiro (UNIRIO), where she also held a teaching position. Aragão's career began to gain significant traction in the 1990s, with the release of her self-titled debut album in 1991, which earned her the Sharp Award for Instrumental Revelation in 1992.

Throughout her career, Aragão has released numerous albums, including "Canoas" (1993), "Marcas da Expressão" (1999), "Suite do Rio" (2006), and "As Cores do Poeta" (2016). Her work extends beyond solo performances, encompassing soundtracks for films, theater, and dance productions. She has composed music for various theatrical works and dance companies, showcasing her versatility as a composer. Aragão has also been recognized for her contributions to children's music with the album "Os Olhos de Cristal" (1997).

In addition to her musical endeavors, Aragão is also an author, having published books such as "Música, Mente, Corpo e Alma" (2011) and "Eu, a Criança e o Demônio" (2017). She has also published sheet music collections and developed educational materials for pianists. Her extensive discography and diverse creative output solidify her position as a significant figure in contemporary Brazilian music, with a career spanning from the early 1990s into the 2020s.

Discography

• Monique Aragão (1991)
• Ventos Do Brasil (1993)
• Canoas (1994)
• Marcas da Expressão (1999)
• Suite Do Rio (2006)
• As Cores do Poeta (2016)
• Melhor sem Palavras (2019)
• Notívagos (2023)