Trio Nordestino Alagoano

Origin

Alagoas, AL

Also known as

Trio Nordestino Pernambucano, Trio Nordestino de Alagoas

Years Active

1977

Genres

forró, baião

Instruments

zabumba, vocal, triângulo, accordion

Biography

Trio Nordestino Alagoano, also known as Trio Nordestino Pernambucano or Trio Nordestino de Alagoas, was a forró musical group that left its mark on Brazilian music. Formed by João Xavier on zabumba, Heleno Luiz on vocals and triangle, and Toninho do Acordeon, the trio stood out for the authenticity and quality of their performances.

In 1977, the group recorded the hit "Adeus Rosinha", a composition by Heleno Luiz and Manoel Luiz, with the Japoti record label. The song became a milestone in the trio's career and is still remembered today by fans of traditional forró.

Despite a legal dispute over the name "Trio Nordestino" with another famous group, Trio Nordestino Alagoano maintained its identity and its loyal audience, contributing significantly to the dissemination of forró and northeastern culture throughout the country.