Humberto Teixeira
Humberto Cavalcanti de Albuquerque Teixeira (5 January 1915 – 3 October 1979) was a Brazilian lawyer, politician, musician, and composer, mostly known for his partnership with musician Luiz Gonzaga. Together, they wrote one of the most important songs of their era, Asa Branca, in 1947. Teixeira is recognized as a specialist in baião as well as "master of costumes and popular North-Eastern trends."
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| Background information | |
| Birth name | Humberto Cavalcanti de Albuquerque Teixeira |
| Born | January 5, 1915 Iguatu, Ceará |
| Died | October 3, 1979 (aged 64) |
| Genres | Baião |
| Occupation(s) | Musician, composer, lawyer, politician |
Teixeira is also noted for writing the musical copyright laws of Brazil.
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