Nelson Cavaquinho
Nelson Antônio da Silva (October 29, 1911 – February 18, 1986), better known by the stage name Nelson Cavaquinho, was one of the most important singer/composers of samba. He is usually seen as a representative of the tragic aspects of samba thematics, with many songs about death and hopelessness. He was a prominent figure of samba school Estação Primeira de Mangueira.
11
Acting Credits
3
Crew Credits
Acting
Movie
Chico: Brazilian Artist
as Self (archive footage)
2015
Movie
Andança: Os Encontros e as Memórias de Beth Carvalho
as Self (archive footage)
2022
Movie
Nelson Cavaquinho
as Self
1969
Movie
Muito Prazer
as Himself
1979
Movie
O Casal
1975
Movie
Rio, Carnaval da Vida
as Self
1978
Movie
Álbum de Música
as Self
1974
Movie
Nelson de Copo e Alma
as Self
1985
Movie
Memórias do Grupo Opinião
as Self (archive footage)
2019
Movie
Nelson Cavaquinho: MPB Especial
1973
Movie
Noitada de Samba
1977
