Pedrinho Cavalléro

Origin

Belém, PA

Also known as

José Pedro Bastos Cavalléro

Years Active

1976

Genres

MPB, samba rock, samba, pagode, carimbó

Instruments

vocals, guitar, violão

Biography

Born in Belém, Pará, in 1958, Pedrinho Cavalléro is a singer, composer, instrumentalist, and cultural producer who has been composing since the age of 12. His career began professionally in 1979, when he composed and directed music for the play "Os Perigos da Bondade." He has participated in festivals across Brazil and received international recognition, including second place at the RFI Festival in Paris. Cavalléro's songs have been interpreted by prominent artists from Pará, such as Nilson Chaves, Nazaré Pereira, and Lucinha Bastos.

Cavalléro has released several albums, with "Querelas da Amazônia" (2019) being his most recent, celebrating his 40-year musical partnership with poet Jorge Andrade. This album features 14 compositions in collaboration with Andrade and includes guest performances by various artists. His discography also includes "Minha aldeia é do tamanho do meu coração" (2021), which features nine original songs co-written with different partners.

Throughout his career, Pedrinho Cavalléro has been recognized for his contributions to Brazilian popular music, particularly from the Amazon region. He has won awards in various festivals and continues to perform and release new music, maintaining a strong connection with his artistic roots and collaborators. His work often explores themes relevant to his Amazonian heritage and the human experience.