Xote Das Meninas -

(often referred to simply as "Xote das Meninas") is one of the most iconic pieces in Brazilian music history, specifically within the Forró genre . Composed by the "King of Baião," Luiz Gonzaga , and his frequent collaborator Zé Dantas , it was first recorded on February 5, 1953. Musical Significance

For musicians looking to perform the piece, various versions are available online: Xote das Meninas

Experience the original 1953 recording by Luiz Gonzaga, which remains the definitive version of this classic: O Xote das Meninas Luiz Gonzaga - Topic YouTube• Feb 20, 2017 Sheet Music and Arrangements (often referred to simply as "Xote das Meninas")

: A standard leadsheet can be found at J.W. Pepper . " Luiz Gonzaga