Tania Maria facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Tania Maria
Tania Maria in 2013
Background information
Birth name	Tania Maria Correa Reis
Born	(1948-05-09) May 9, 1948 (age 77)
Origin	São Luís, Maranhão, Brazil
Genres	Jazz, pop, MPB
Occupation(s)	Musician, composer, bandleader
Instruments	Piano
Years active	1969–present
Labels	Concord, Capitol, Blue Note, EMI, Universal

Tania Maria is a talented musician from Brazil. She was born on May 9, 1948. Tania is a singer, composer, and piano player. She also leads her own band. Her songs are usually in Portuguese or English. Tania's music mixes different styles. These include jazz, pop, samba, and bossa nova. She also blends Afro-Latin sounds and jazz fusion.

Tania Maria's Musical Journey

Tania Maria performing at the Monterey Jazz Festival in 1981

Tania Maria was born in São Luís, Maranhão, Brazil. She started playing the piano when she was just seven years old. By age 13, she was already leading her own band. Her father, who was a metal worker, was also a great guitarist and singer. He encouraged Tania to learn piano.

Her father wanted her to play in his weekend music sessions. This is where Tania first learned about samba, jazz, pop, and Brazilian chorinho music. Her band, made up of professional musicians, won first prize in a local music contest. After that, they played for dances, in clubs, and on the radio. Tania has always led her own groups and never played in anyone else's band. She also has a degree in law.

Becoming an International Star

Tania's first album, Apresentamos (meaning We Present), came out in Brazil in 1966. Her second album, Olha Quem Chega (Look Who's Here!), was released in 1971. In 1974, Tania moved to Paris, France. This move helped her become famous around the world.

During a concert in Australia, her amazing musical skills caught the eye of American guitarist Charlie Byrd. He suggested her to Carl Jefferson, who started Concord Records. Tania's 1983 album, Come With Me, was a big step in her international success. The song "Come With Me" became a popular dance song in the 1980s. Many artists have covered it since then.

In 1984, her album Love Explosion featured the song "Deep Cove View." This song was played a lot by Robbie Vincent on his radio shows. Her 1985 album, Made in New York, made her even more popular worldwide.

Performing Around the World

Tania Maria has performed at almost every major jazz festival globally. She has also appeared on many TV and radio shows. She has recorded more than 25 albums. In 1985, she was nominated for a Grammy Award for "Best Jazz Vocal Performance, Female."

She has played at famous venues like the Blue Note Jazz Club. She has also performed at festivals such as the Monterey Jazz Festival (in 1981, 1983, and 1989), Montreux Jazz Festival, and Newport Jazz Festival. Tania has played with many talented musicians, including Steve Gadd, Anthony Jackson, Sammy Figueroa, and Eddie Gómez. She has returned to the annual North Sea Jazz Festival in The Hague more than 10 times.

Tania Maria's Music Albums

Tania Maria has released many albums throughout her career. Here is a list of some of them:

Filmography

• 2008 Tanya Maria: The Beat of Brazil with Laurindo Almeida

See also

In Spanish: Tânia Maria para niños

• Chiclete com banana (song)