Os Filhos de Goiás

Origin

Jataí, GO

Years active

1962

Genres

sertanejo, música caipira, música regional

Instruments

vocals, accordion, guitar

Biography

Os Filhos de Goiás was a Brazilian trio that became one of the most prominent representatives of Goiás and the Center-West region's musical scene. Formed in 1962, the group consisted of brothers Orlando Gonçalves de Assis (Maurico) and Orenci Gonçalves de Assis (Maurozinho), along with accordionist Ivone Ferreira Dias (Voninho). They were pioneers in sertanejo music, achieving significant commercial success and breaking barriers for artists in the genre. Their unique blend of technical skill, family harmony, and Voninho's innovative accordion playing defined their distinctive sound.

Maurico was the principal songwriter for the group, composing over a hundred songs, many of which became hits. The trio gained national recognition, recording numerous LPs and compacts, and were the first sertanejo group to receive a Gold Record in Brazil, a testament to the genre's growing popularity. Their music often featured guarânias, rasqueados, and other rhythms influenced by Paraguayan music, reflecting the cultural landscape of their origin.

Throughout their career, Os Filhos de Goiás experienced lineup changes, particularly with the departure and return of Voninho. Despite these shifts, their legacy endured, with hits like "Amor Distante" becoming a classic of sertanejo music, even being re-recorded by renowned artists like Chitãozinho & Xororó. The group's impact on Brazilian sertanejo music is undeniable, solidifying their place as influential figures in the genre's history.