Regional Nacional

Years active

2010

Genres

choro, samba, música popular brasileira

Instruments

vocals, seven-string guitar, guitar, cavaquinho, pandeiro, trumpet, bandolim

Biography

Regional Nacional is a Brazilian musical group formed in late 2010. The ensemble is comprised of Nina Wirtti on vocals, Rafael Mallmith on a seven-string guitar, Iuri Bittar on guitar, Leonardo Pereira on cavaquinho, Anderson Balbueno on pandeiro, Aquiles Moraes on trumpet, and Tiago Souza on bandolim.

Their music is rooted in Brazilian popular music traditions, often incorporating elements of choro and samba. The instrumentation, featuring both string and wind instruments, allows for a rich and varied sonic palette, characteristic of many Brazilian regional music ensembles.

While specific details about their discography and widespread recognition are less documented, Regional Nacional contributes to the vibrant landscape of Brazilian instrumental and vocal music, upholding the rich heritage of regional sounds within the broader context of MPB (Música Popular Brasileira).