Pedro Paulo Malta

Origin

Rio de Janeiro, RJ

Years Active

1966–2025

Genres

samba, choro, MPB

Instruments

vocals

Biography

Pedro Paulo Malta Samuel Santos, born April 8, 1976, is a Brazilian singer, journalist, and musical researcher, with a strong presence in the samba and choro scene. His musical journey began early, participating in samba circles at the iconic Bip Bip bar in Copacabana, and later at Bar Semente in Lapa, at the invitation of singer Teresa Cristina. His professional debut took place in 2000, alongside Teresa Cristina and Cristina Buarque, in a concert paying tribute to composer Geraldo Pereira.

Throughout his career, Pedro Paulo Malta has stood out for his research and interpretation of the repertoire of samba and Brazilian popular music. He has participated in several shows and released albums that celebrate the country's rich musical tradition. Among his most notable works are the double CD "O samba é minha nobreza" (2002), which was recognized as one of the ten best records of the year by the newspaper O Globo, and the album "Bicudos Dois" (2025), in partnership with Alfredo Del-Penho, which revisits samba classics from the 1930s to the 1950s.

In addition to his work as a singer, Pedro Paulo Malta is also a journalist and researcher, which is reflected in his musical work, marked by a deep knowledge and respect for the history of Brazilian music. He worked in the coordination of popular music at Funarte's Music Center and collaborated on important projects such as Projeto Pixinguinha. His versatility led him to participate in musicals, such as "Sassaricando" and "Theatro Musical Brazileiro I", and to develop radio and podcast projects, such as the series "Música em 78 Rotações" for Rádio Batuta, where he explores the history of fundamental records of Brazilian music. His work is frequently associated with artists such as Alfredo Del-Penho, Teresa Cristina, and Carlos Malta, with whom he has familial and artistic ties.

Discography

• Pedro Paulo Malta & Alfredo Del-Penho – Dois Bicudos (2004)
• Pedro Miranda, Alfredo Del-Penho, Pedro Paulo Malta – Lamartiníadas - A Música de Lamartine Babo (2005)
• Alfredo Del-Penho & Pedro Paulo Malta, Luís Filipe de Lima, Beto Cazes, Henrique Cazes – Cachaça Dá Samba! (2007)
• Nilze Carvalho, Pedro Miranda, Pedro Paulo Malta – Lembranças Cariocas (2010)
• Lembranças Cariocas (2010)
• Bicudos Dois (2025)