Nardelli

Origin

Quilombo, SP

Also known as

Orlando Nardelli Júnior

Years Active

1957–2014

Genres

sertanejo, música instrumental

Instruments

sanfona, acordeon

Biography

Orlando Nardelli Júnior, known artistically as Nardelli, was a renowned Brazilian accordionist, instrumentalist, and composer, born in Quilombo, a district of Iacanga, in the interior of São Paulo, on September 14, 1954. Recognized as "the accordionist with the golden fingers," Nardelli began his musical career at age 24, in Bauru, where he was signed by the record label RCA Camden in 1957.

Nardelli gained notoriety as a member of the sertanejo trio Nenete, Dorinho e Nardelli, which became one of the most popular groups in traditional Brazilian music between the 1950s and 1970s. With the trio, he recorded over 400 songs and 60 albums, charting hits such as "O cantar da siriema", "Goiano Valente", and "Recordação". His skill with the accordion and unique style established him as one of the great names in instrumental sertanejo music.

In addition to his work with the trio, Nardelli also released several solo accordion LPs, demonstrating his versatility and mastery of the instrument. His career was marked by a deep dedication to sertanejo music, influencing generations of musicians and leaving an important legacy for Brazilian musical culture. Nardelli passed away on August 5, 2014, in Bauru, leaving his fans and the country's musical scene in mourning.

Discography

• Não Me Toques (1971)
• Arrastando A Espora (1980)
• Sua Sanfona e Seus Grandes SucessosLP-