Cristina Buarque
Cristina Buarque, born in 1950 in São Paulo, was a celebrated Brazilian singer and composer known for her deep connection to samba music. As the daughter of historian Sérgio Buarque de Hollanda and pianist Maria Amélia Buarque de Hollanda, she was part of a prominent artistic family, including her brother, renowned musician Chico Buarque. Despite her significant contributions to music, including the iconic song 'Quantas Lágrimas,' Cristina remained humble and often shunned the limelight, preferring to share her passion for music in intimate settings. She passed away at the age of 74 after battling breast cancer, leaving behind a legacy of musical excellence and a devoted family.
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Cristina Buarque is noted for her performance of 'Bastidores'.
Votação do GLOBO elegeu as melhores músicas brasileiras dos últimos 100 anos; mas como votou o crítico do jornal?
Brazil· 2025-08-01
Cristina Buarque is noted for her performance of 'Bastidores'.
Votação do GLOBO elegeu as melhores músicas brasileiras dos últimos 100 anos; mas como votou o crítico do jornal?Brazil· 2025-08-01Cristina Buarque was a Brazilian singer and songwriter who passed away at the age of 74.
Morreu a cantora e compositora brasileira Cristina Buarque | Música
Portugal· 2025-04-21
Cristina Buarque, who battled breast cancer for a year, passed away at the age of 74.
Veja a homenagem de Chico Buarque à irmã Cristina, morta neste domingo aos 74 anosBrazil· 2025-04-21
Cristina Buarque was a renowned sambista and composer who passed away at the age of 74.
Morre a cantora Cristina Buarque, aos 74 anos
Liechtenstein· 2025-04-20
Cristina Buarque was a renowned singer and composer who passed away at the age of 74.
Morre a cantora e compositora Cristina Buarque, aos 74 anosBrazil· 2025-04-20