Paulinho da Viola

Paulinho da Viola
Paulinho da Viola in 2014
Background information
Birth namePaulo César Batista de Faria
Also known asPaulinho da Viola
Born (1942-11-12) 12 November 1942
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
OriginRio de Janeiro, Brazil
GenresSamba, Choro
Occupation(s)Singer, songwriter
Instrument(s)Singer, guitar, cavaquinho, mandolin, violin
Years active1965–present
Websitewww.paulinhodaviola.com.br

Paulinho da Viola (born Paulo César Batista de Faria on 12 November 1942) (Portuguese pronunciation: [pawˈlĩɲu daviˈɔlɐ]) is a Brazilian sambista, singer-songwriter, guitar, cavaquinho and mandolin player, known for his sophisticated harmonies and soft, gentle singing voice.

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