Depois do Carnaval
Carlos Lyra
1963
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Why This Album Matters
Depois do Carnaval, released in 1963, is a seminal work in Carlos Lyra's discography and in the history of Brazilian music. The album stands out for presenting a subtle and innovative fusion of bossa nova, samba, and elements of jazz, consolidating Lyra as one of the most brilliant artists of his generation. This work reflects Carlos Lyra's genius as a musician, composer, and poet, offering a distinct sound that, although rooted in bossa nova, expands its frontiers with sophisticated harmonies and captivating arrangements. The record captures a particular soundscape that has the capacity to transport the listener to the musical effervescence of the era.
Context
Carlos Lyra was a central figure in the first generation of bossa nova, actively participating in the musical gatherings that shaped the genre from the second half of the 1950s. Before Depois do Carnaval, Lyra had already released his first album, Bossa Nova, in 1959, and had compositions recorded by João Gilberto on the album Chega de Saudade in the same year. At the time, Lyra already demonstrated a more engaged and political strand within bossa nova, distancing himself from merely lyrical themes. In 1961, he was one of the founders of the Centro Popular de Cultura (CPC) of the União Nacional dos Estudantes (UNE), seeking to bring the culture of the left-wing middle class closer to the popular classes and to advocate for a progressive approach in Brazilian music.
Songs
The album Depois do Carnaval presents a repertoire of songs that demonstrate Carlos Lyra's versatility and compositional depth. Among the tracks, “Influência do Jazz” is frequently highlighted, being considered one of the most incredible on the record for masterfully blending elements of jazz and bossa and, ironically, addressing the contradictions of Brazilian society at the time. Another notable song is “Marcha da Quarta-Feira de Cinzas”, a partnership with Vinicius de Moraes, which stands out for the beauty of its lyrics and melody. The record also includes other important partnerships with Nelson Lins e Barros, Geraldo Vandré, Ronaldo Bôscoli, and Oduvaldo Vianna Filho, such as “É Tão Triste Dizer Adeus”, “Aruanda”, “Quem Quiser Encontrar o Amor”, and “O Melhor, Mais Bonito, É Morrer”.
Legacy
Depois do Carnaval solidified Carlos Lyra's reputation as one of the most important composers and melodists in Brazilian music, with his work being praised by names such as Antonio Carlos Jobim. The track “Influência do Jazz”, in particular, gained international recognition and was extensively recorded by instrumentalists worldwide, becoming a standard and exemplifying the way Lyra's songs transcended boundaries. The album reinforced Carlos Lyra's role in the evolution of bossa nova, showcasing his ability to innovate and politicise the genre, influencing future generations of musicians. His presence and contribution during this period were crucial for the thematic and sonic diversification of MPB.
Tracks
Credits
Luiz Eça
Armando Pittigliani
Geraldo Vandré, Nelson Lins E Barros, Oduvaldo Viana Filho, Ronaldo Boscoli, Vinicius De Moraes
Carlos Lyra
Nara Leão
Bebeto Castilho
Hélcio Milito
Sylvio Rabello
Célio Martins
Paulo Breves
Nelson Lins E Barros
Mafra
Books
Analyses
Blog da Música Brasileira: 1963 - Depois do Carnaval - Carlos Lyra
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Following this sensational song, I bring the first album from the Blog by the composer and singer Carlos Lyra, a partner of great names in our Brazilian music, such as Vinicius de Moraes himself (already mentioned previously), Geraldo Vandré, Aldir Blanc, Ronaldo Bôscoli, among others.
Cliquemusic : Disco : DEPOIS DO CARNAVAL - O SAMBALANÇO DE CARLOS LYRA
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P 630.492 L Tracks 1 Depois do carnaval (Nelson Lins e Barros, Carlos Lyra) 2 Influência do jazz 3 É tão triste dizer adeus (Nelson Lins e Barros, Carlos Lyra) 4 Gostar ou não gostar (Carlos Lyra) 5 Mundo à parte (Nelson Lins e Barros, Carlos Lyra) 6 Aruanda (Carlos Lyra, Geraldo Vandré) 7 Quem quiser encontrar o amor (Carlos Lyra ...
Depois Do Carnaval - O Sambalanço De Carlos Lyra
allaboutjazz.com
Listen to and explore Depois Do Carnaval - O Sambalanço De Carlos Lyra by Carlos Lyra, released in 1963 on Mercury. Read reviews, track listings, and discover more jazz albums on All About Jazz.
Da Bossa à Política: Os álbuns Um Sr. Talento e Depois do Carnaval como ...
repositorio.unifesp.br
Through the analysis of the phonographic albums by Carlos Lyra and Sérgio Ricardo, Depois do Carnaval and Um Sr. Talento, both dated 1963, it seeks to identify what we find about Brazil in these documents, understood as cultural expressions of a given social reality, considered from the artist's point of view.
O que vier eu traço: Lariça: Carlos Lyra - Depois do Carnaval - 1963
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Sunday, 9 October 2011 Lariça: Carlos Lyra - Depois do Carnaval - 1963 DOWNLOAD Link to download: http://www.4shared.com/file/FP9R9GOi/Carlos_Lyra_-Depois_do_Carnava.html Send by email! Post to blog! Share on X! Share on Facebook! Share on Pinterest!
