Trio Orixá

Years Active

1953–1960

Genres

samba, baião, bolero, marcha, samba-canção, toada, guarânia

Biography

Trio Orixá was a vocal trio that emerged in the Brazilian music scene in the mid-1950s. Active primarily between 1953 and 1960, the group recorded fourteen albums for labels such as Todamérica, Mocambo, Califórnia, and Odeon. Their repertoire spanned various genres, including toadas, guaranías, samba-canções, sambas, marches, boleros, and baiões.

Throughout their career, Trio Orixá collaborated with several musical ensembles and composers. They were accompanied by Poly and his orchestra on some of their earliest recordings in 1953 and 1954, and later by Arruda and his orchestra, and Luiz Arruda Paes and his orchestra. Notable songs from their discography include "Meu ranchinho," "Toucador," "Quando o amor acontece," "Cadeira encostada," "Dona Carolina," "Canto do engraxate," "Tereza simplicidade," "Marina," and "Meu Cariri."

The trio achieved some success beyond Brazil's borders, particularly in Uruguay, where their samba "Ombros cansados" gained popularity. Their work contributed to the diverse landscape of Brazilian popular music during the 1950s, showcasing a versatile vocal style across different rhythmic and melodic styles.

Discography

• Trio Irakitan, Trio Orixa – Avé Maria no Morro / Frigideira de Maloca