The piece begins with a dramatic recitation of José Régio's poem "Cântico Negro" before transitioning into the energetic samba "Não Enche" by her brother, Caetano Veloso .
The track "Cântico Negro / Não Enche (Ao Vivo)" was recorded during Bethânia's (Love Letter) show at the Vivo Rio venue in April 2013. The show's title reflects Bethânia's view that all the songs she chose were, in some way, "love letters" to her audience and her roots.
Under the musical direction of Wagner Tiso , the band features a rich arrangement emphasizing acoustic guitar and percussion, characteristic of Bethânia’s refined live sound. Artistic Context and Meaning
The piece begins with a dramatic recitation of José Régio's poem "Cântico Negro" before transitioning into the energetic samba "Não Enche" by her brother, Caetano Veloso .
The track "Cântico Negro / Não Enche (Ao Vivo)" was recorded during Bethânia's (Love Letter) show at the Vivo Rio venue in April 2013. The show's title reflects Bethânia's view that all the songs she chose were, in some way, "love letters" to her audience and her roots. The piece begins with a dramatic recitation of
Under the musical direction of Wagner Tiso , the band features a rich arrangement emphasizing acoustic guitar and percussion, characteristic of Bethânia’s refined live sound. Artistic Context and Meaning in some way