Events › History and Song: Brazilian Music

Get ready to roll (and maybe rock or even reel) through the history of the music of a variety of Brazilian music artists who grew to prominence and beloved status among American audiences, such as Antonio Jobim, Sergio Mendes and Carmen Miranda. This experience will feature a live performance from an Old Town School of Folk Music teaching artist, coupled with history and context of Brazilian musicians.

Accessibility

Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event.

Photo: Photo of Carmen Miranda published by the New York Sunday News in 1941 / Wikimedia Commons, public domain