A presença da mulher na música gaúcha: um estudo a partir da biografia e atuação de Berenice Azambuja

Abstract

The present work aims to analyze the female presence in traditionalist music from Rio Grande do Sul based on the work and performance of the singer, composer and instrumentalist Berenice da Conceição Azambuja. The theme is linked to the discussion about female representation in society and music. Therefore, the TCC context of analysis is the artistic milieu of southern Brazil, marked by the activities of the MovimentoTradicionalistaGaúcho MTG) and by specific gender representations linked to the so-called “Gaúcho traditions”. The methodology used is qualitative, with the work being theoretical and documentary in nature. It was observed that the concept of traditionalism and traditional gaucho music itself are strongly linked to the male figure, to the representations of the gaucho. Thus, the research focused on Berenice Azambuja's performance in this artistic scenario, considering her work and biography.