Donga
Donga, born Ernesto dos Santos, was a pivotal figure in Brazilian music, credited with being one of the composers of the first recorded samba, 'Pelo telefone.' His influence on the samba genre and Brazilian popular music is profound, and he played a key role in promoting the cultural significance of samba during the early 20th century. Donga was also known for his advocacy of the Afro-Brazilian music scene, helping to elevate its status in the broader musical landscape.
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Recent news mentions
Donga suffered a rib injury during the match between Zamalek and El Gouna.
إصابة دونجا بكدمة فى الضلوع أثناء مباراة الزمالك والجونة
Egypt· 2025-09-23
Donga is attributed with the authorship of the first samba recorded in Brazil, inspired by the journalism of A Noite.
em seu centenário de morte, fundador do GLOBO segue como referência da modernização do jornalismo
Brazil· 2025-08-21
Donga is considered one of the composers of the first recorded samba, 'Pelo telefone'.
Jingle esquecido que marcou lançamento do GLOBO volta à vida 100 anos depois; ouça a músicaBrazil· 2025-07-29
