Nabor Pires Camargo

Origin

Indaiatuba, SP

Genres

choro, brazilian instrumental music

Instruments

clarinet, piano, saxophone

Biography

Nabor Pires Camargo was a prominent Brazilian clarinetist, teacher, and composer, born in Indaiatuba, São Paulo, on February 9, 1902. From childhood, he showed a great interest in music, learning to play the clarinet in secret and, later, participating in a children's band in his hometown. His dedication to the instrument led him to move to the capital of São Paulo in 1922, where he entered the Dramatic and Musical Conservatory.

His musical career was marked by versatility, performing in classical music orchestras and also standing out in the world of choro. Nabor Pires Camargo is widely recognized for his refined technique, musical elegance, and passion for choro, a genre he helped popularize. He composed the anthem of his hometown, Indaiatuba, and several other works that were recorded by him and other artists, consolidating his legacy in Brazilian instrumental music.

In addition to his work as an instrumentalist and composer, Nabor Pires Camargo dedicated himself to teaching, being the author of the "Método para Clarineta" (Clarinet Method), published by Irmãos Vitale. This method became a fundamental reference for clarinet students in Brazil, being used by generations of musicians. His influence persists to the present day, inspiring new talents and keeping alive the rich tradition of Brazilian music, especially choro. Nabor Pires Camargo passed away in Mococa, São Paulo, on October 3, 1996.

Discography

• Velha Guarda (1988)
• Mauro Silva, Evandro, Nabor Pires Camargo – Chôro Sentido (1988)