Pedro Amorim

Origin

Rio de Janeiro, RJ

Years active

1980

Genres

choro, samba, instrumental music

Instruments

mandolin, acoustic guitar

Biography

Pedro Amorim is a renowned Brazilian composer, instrumentalist, mandolinist, and acoustic guitarist born in Rio de Janeiro. Throughout his career, he has explored a vast array of traditional Brazilian musical forms, including choro, samba, waltz, bolero, jongo, lundu, and maxixe, establishing himself as a versatile and dedicated custodian of national musical heritage. His sophisticated compositions have been recorded by prominent interpreters of Brazilian song such as Maria Bethânia, Ney Matogrosso, and Teresa Cristina.

In addition to his prolific work as a composer, Amorim has made significant contributions to instrumental performance. In 1993, he recorded the acclaimed CD O Trio in Paris alongside Maurício Carrilho and Paulo Sérgio, an achievement that earned him the prestigious Prêmio Sharp in the Instrumental Music category. His artistry frequently bridges classical and popular idioms, showcasing the expressive range of the mandolin and guitar.

Deeply committed to education and cultural preservation, Amorim is one of the founding professors of the Escola Portátil de Música. He has traveled extensively across Brazil and internationally to promote Brazilian music, with a particular focus on the vibrant traditions of choro and samba. Through his performances, teaching, and collaborations with artists like Naná Vasconcelos and Roberta Sá, he continues to inspire new generations of musicians.