Trio Marayá

Origin

Natal, RN

Also known as

Trio Marajá, Trio Marabá, Trio Potiguar

Years Active

1954

Genres

MPB, samba, bossa nova, música regional nordestina

Instruments

vocal, acoustic guitar, tantã, afoxé, contrabaixo, percussion

Biography

Trio Marayá was a notable Brazilian vocal group formed in 1954 in the city of Natal, Rio Grande do Norte. Initially known as Trio Marajá, the group consisted of Behring Leiros (tantan and vocals), Marconi Campos (acoustic guitar and vocals), and Hilton Acioli (afoxé and vocals). A suggestion by folklorist Luís da Câmara Cascudo led to the adoption of the name Trio Marayá before their move to Rio de Janeiro.

In Rio de Janeiro, the trio quickly gained prominence, participating in high-audience radio programs such as "Grande Show Brahma", "César de Alencar", and "Paulo Gracindo" on Rádio Nacional. Their popularity grew with performances in nightclubs, including an exclusive season at Manezinho Araújo’s "Cabeça Chata" restaurant. Later, Trio Marayá also worked on Rádio and TV Tupi, consolidating their media presence.

The career of Trio Marayá was marked by successes on various fronts. They recorded for major labels such as Sinter, RGE, RCA Victor, Odeon, Philips, Chantecler, and Som Maior, releasing records in various formats. They received multiple awards, including the Roquette-Pinto Award for Best Vocal Ensemble for six consecutive years, in addition to trophies and diplomas at national and international festivals, such as the International Music Festival in Bulgaria. The trio also participated in films such as "Uma Certa Lucrécia" and "Quelé do Pajeú", and composed advertising jingles, including the famous "Lula Lá".

Discography

• Ouvindo (1956)
• Ritmos do Brazil És Trio Marayá – Canta Brazil (1959)
• Trio Marayá com Renato de Oliveira e Sua Orquestra – Boleros (1964)
• Trio Marayá (1966)
• No Tempo dos Bons Tempos: Em Tempo do Nordeste (1972)
• Caiu na Rêde...
• Cruzeiro pelas Guarânias