Black Excellence: Kely Pinheiro
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Today we’d like to introduce you to Kely Pinheiro
Alright, so thank you so much for sharing your story and insight with our readers. To kick things off, can you tell us a bit about how you got started?
I began to study music when I was about 5 years old in Niteroi, a small town in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The first instrument I learned to play was the recorder — all of them (Sopranino, Soprano, Contralto, Tenor, and Bass). This was possible because of a wonderful non-profit organization called Orquestra de Cordas da Grota. They bring music to financially challenged neighborhoods throughout the state, offering incredible opportunities for young musicians.
Thanks to Orquestra de Cordas da Grota, I took my first steps in music, and doors opened fairly quickly. I joined orchestras and pursued formal education in music at conservatories and music schools. The support and opportunities provided by community-based musical groups like Orquestra de Cordas da Grota were instrumental in my early development and growth as a musician. Their impact on my life has been profound, and I am deeply grateful for the foundation they provided.