Quarteto Geral

Origin

Rio de Janeiro, RJ

Years Active

2013

Genres

MPB, instrumental music, regional brazilian music

Instruments

viola caipira, guitar, flute, pife, percussion, zabumba, caxixi

Biography

Formed in 2013 in Rio de Janeiro, Quarteto Geral is a Brazilian instrumental music group that draws inspiration from the groundbreaking Quarteto Novo, a seminal ensemble from the 1960s.

The quartet's work is characterized by its exploration of northeastern Brazilian musical traditions, particularly those associated with the Armorial Movement, which sought to create erudite art from popular northeastern culture. Their repertoire includes original compositions and reinterpretations of classics, featuring instruments like the viola caipira, flutes, pifes, guitar, caxixís, and zabumba, blending contemporary sounds with regional and urban influences.

Quarteto Geral's commitment to preserving and innovating within Brazilian instrumental music has led them to release albums and perform in various cultural spaces, contributing to the vibrant landscape of Brazilian music. Their sound is a testament to the rich diversity of Brazil's musical heritage, presented with a modern and urban aesthetic.

Discography

• Quarteto Geral (2023)