A Marcha das Árvores

A Marcha das Árvores formed in São Paulo in 1981 as a collective of musicians with varied backgrounds. They spent their early years playing small venues while dealing with financial difficulties and little mainstream attention. Their song '1, 2, 3 Salve Todos' became something of an anthem for them, touching on themes of unity and environmental awareness.

In the mid-1980s, they released the album 'Todos os Meus Sonhos,' which brought them wider recognition. The record mixed Brazilian rhythms with folk elements and thoughtful lyrics. Their environmental activism sometimes sparked public debates during this period.

The group's core included Leonardo Guedes on keyboards and vocals, Mário Manga on guitar and vocals, and Barral Lima on bass and vocals. They worked with a changing lineup of other musicians over time. Their discography shows some shifts in approach, from the acoustic-oriented 'O Caminho das Árvores' to the more electronically tinged 'A Viagem.' Songs like 'Fiz Pano de Chão Com As Roupas Que Me Deram' and 'A Adorável Carmem e Os Monstros Na Cortina' reflect their lyrical style.