About Modinha
Modinha is a music genre that emerged in Portugal and Brazil in the 1690s. It is usually classed as a form of Brazilian folk music.
Artists closely associated with the genre include Cesária Évora.
Modinha has given rise to 1 subgenre on this site, such as Seresta.
From Wikipedia
Modinha is the affectionate (grammatically called 'diminutive') form of the Portuguese noun "moda", meaning "fashion". The word "moda" is also used in Portugal, today, generally referring to traditional regional songs. In Portugal, "modinha" was, from the last third part of the 18th to the beginning of the 19th century, a general term designating sentimental songs in Portuguese.
Genre family tree
Parent genres (↑) and subgenres (↓) of Modinha.
- ↑ Brazilian folk music
- ↓ Seresta
Key artists
- Cesária Évora
Frequently asked questions
What is Modinha?
Modinha is a music genre that emerged in Portugal and Brazil in the 1690s. It is usually classed as a form of Brazilian folk music.
Where and when did Modinha originate?
Modinha originated in Portugal and Brazil in the 1690s.
Who are famous Modinha artists?
Cesária Évora.