Who is Alceu Valença?

Alceu Valença is a Brazilian singer-songwriter and musician. His career spans more than 50 years, in which he has released over 30 albums. He is considered one of the most important figures in the music scene in Brazil, being an author of some of the most beloved songs of the country.

Early Years

Alceu Valença was born in 1942 in São Bento do Una, Pernambuco. He started playing music at a young age, learning to play guitar and harmonica as a child. He moved to Recife in 1960, where he attended university and started performing at local bars.

Career

In 1965, Alceu Valença moved to Rio de Janeiro and released his first album, 'Moral e Luz', in 1967. The album was well received by critics and established him as an important artist of MPB. During the 70s, he released several successful albums such as 'Cânticos de Maioria' (1977) and 'Vivo' (1979).

Collaborations

Alceu Valença has collaborated with several other artists throughout his career. Some of his most notable collaborations include Marcelo D2 and Rogério Duprat. He also wrote songs for other artists, such as Chico Buarque's 'A Banda' and Roberto Carlos's 'Namoradinha de Um Amigo Meu'.

Legacy

Alceu Valença is considered one of the most important figures in Brazilian music. His songs are beloved by fans all around the world, and some of them have become classics that will be remembered for generations to come. He is still active today, releasing new music and performing live shows.