#brazilian-music

#brazilian-music

Born with albinism in 1936, Pascoal grew up in a small rural town in the Brazilian state of Alagoas. His parents worked in the fields, but the young Pascoal spent much of his time indoors due to his condition. While vision deficiencies led him to drop out of school in the fourth grade, Pascoal's ears guided him towards music. He learned to play accordion, flute and piano.

Rogê began his musical journey in Rio's Lapa neighborhood, collaborating with artists like Seu Jorge and Arlindo Cruz, contributing to his recognition as a local legend.