Selma Dofini

Selma Dofini is a Brazilian musician whose song 'Noites Frias' became a notable piece in her catalog. The track captures a particular mood of longing, with vocals that feel both intimate and slightly distant, like something heard through a window at night.

Her work draws from Brazilian samba and bossa nova, but it's not a straightforward revival. There's a quiet, indie-pop sensibility that keeps the arrangements from feeling too traditional or overly polished. The 2008 album 'Noites Frias' was followed by others like 'Vidas Paralelas' in 2012 and 'Alma' in 2016, each showing a gradual shift in approach.

She performs with a small group that includes Carlos Rios on guitar, João Pedro on bass, and Ricardo Souza on drums. The music doesn't aim for grand statements, but rather settles into its own space, built around melodies that linger more than they announce themselves.