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Amambai, Amambaг­ E Zг© Corrгєa - A Matogrossense.wmv Apr 2026

The video file documents a landmark recording in the history of regional Brazilian music, specifically the chamamé genre from Mato Grosso do Sul. Historical Background

: "A Matogrossense" was composed by Zacarias Mourão and Flor da Serra . It first appeared as a special participation track on Zé Corrêa’s 1969 album, O Ídolo de Mato Grosso . Amambai, AmambaГ­ e ZГ© CorrГЄa - A Matogrossense.wmv

: Following the track's massive success, the three musicians formed the trio Os Mensageiros de Mato Grosso and released a full LP under that name later in 1969 via Gravadora Califórnia . Cultural Significance The video file documents a landmark recording in

: An icon of regional music, Corrêa is credited with blending the traditional Argentine Correntino style with local sounds from Mato Grosso. : Following the track's massive success, the three

: The song "A Matogrossense" is a nostalgic tribute to the region, referencing local landmarks like the Pé de Cedro (Cedar Tree) in

: The collaboration is considered a foundational moment for the professionalization of music in the state. You can listen to the original track or related archival recordings on the Acervo Digital Memória Fonográfica de MS YouTube channel .

: The video features the collaboration between the vocal duo Amambai and Amambaí (Umar and Hermelindo) and the legendary accordionist Zé Corrêa .

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