A TRIBUTE TO ARLINDO CRUZ
Cartola de Noel e a Arte de Arlindo Cruz
A tribute to the work of one of the great masters of Brazilian samba.

Samba, memory and emotion.
Cartola de Noel presents a show dedicated to the work and musical legacy of Arlindo Cruz, one of the great composers and performers of Brazilian samba.
With seven musicians on stage, the group revisits memorable songs through interpretations and arrangements that highlight the melodic, poetic and rhythmic richness of his work.
The performance celebrates Arlindo Cruz’s contribution to Brazilian popular music, bringing together memory, emotion and the strength of samba in a show conceived for theatres, cultural centres, festivals, institutional programmes and touring projects.
With a 17-year history, Cartola de Noel reaffirms its commitment to celebrating Brazilian music and preserving its cultural heritage.
Watch the show presentation
Official presentation video · Audio in Portuguese
Original portfolio in Portuguese.
The group on stage.
- Group
- Cartola de Noel
- Line-up
- Seven musicians
- Origin
- Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
- Genre
- Samba and Brazilian popular music
- Format
- Live music performance
- Availability
- Bookings for events and cultural programmes
Bring this show to your cultural programme.
Speak to the group about your venue, programme and booking proposal.
