Biography
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Years Active
2009 – present (16 years)
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Founded In
Parañaque, National Capital Region, Philippines
The band was formed in 1979 joining the vocal and instrumental music with roots in the rock and classical music. Sagrado has been looked upon, in brazil and abroad, as the most expressive work of the progressive symphonic music of Latin America.
Sagrado presents a music that links rock to the force of aboriginal tribal rythms and the beauty and sophistication of the classical. The lyrics tells about the advent of a new era for mankind related to spiritual and ecological questions.
Marcus Viana, author of the lyrics and all the music of the group became known to the public by the several sound tracks and overtures for television like "Pantanal", "Chiquinha Gonzaga", "Xica da Silva", "Ana Raio e Zé Trovão", "Serras Azuis", "Terra Nostra" and "Aquarela do Brasil".
Having completed 20 years since it was founded (1979-99) "Sagrado" has gone through a number of phases. Some of its members have gained national recognition performing with other groups and artist.
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