Choro

Joaquim Callado (1848-1880), considered one of the creators of the choro genre

Choro (Portuguese pronunciation: [ˈʃoɾu], "cry" or "lament"), also popularly called chorinho ("little cry" or "little lament"), is an instrumental Brazilian popular music genre which originated in 19th century Rio de Janeiro. Despite its name, the music often has a fast and happy rhythm. It is characterized by virtuosity, improvisation and subtle modulations, and is full of syncopation and counterpoint. Choro is considered the first characteristically Brazilian genre of urban popular music. The serenaders who play choros are known as chorões.[1]

  1. ^ Béhague, Gerard (2001). "Choro". Grove Music Online. Oxford Music Online. doi:10.1093/gmo/9781561592630.article.05679. ISBN 978-1-56159-263-0. Retrieved 22 September 2013. (subscription required)