The singer’s farewell ceremony takes place at the Rio Municipal Theater.
The farewell of Preta Gil, scheduled for this Friday (25), will take place in an atmosphere of respect and reverence, but without the party that the artist has always dreamed of. The ceremony is scheduled between 9:00 and 13:00 at the Municipal Theater of Rio de Janeiro, symbolic space and cultural importance for the city.
The family, through advice, said that the wake will be closed to the public and will not have musical shows or electric trio.
The absence of this type of tribute attracts attention mainly because, in life, Preta Gil has revealed the desire to transform his farewell into a real celebration. In an interview with the “Put Na Roda” channel, on YouTube, the artist said he would like to have an animated funeral, the right to the electrical climate of Trio and Maretota. “I said: I want my funeral to be a real marette. If Ivete chases me, puts it, even old, Gaga, on top of the trio,” he played Black at that moment.
Despite the irreverence that marked his personality, the official ceremony has chosen to follow a more sober path. Near friends, family and repentant fans that the singer’s last desire is not satisfied, but understand that the choice aims to preserve the artist’s memory with the respect that his trajectory deserves.
Preta Gil: the Town Hall of Rio creates “Black Circuit Gil” to eternalize the artist’s legacy in the street carnival
Even without the trio, the homage to the artist will not cease to happen in other ways. The city of Rio de Janeiro has announced this week the creation of the “Black Carnival Blocs Preta Gil” circuit, which will officially integrate the calendar of the Carnival Carnival. The decree, signed by the mayor Eduardo Paes and published in the Official Gazette, recognizes the importance of black for the recovery of Carnival street in the center of Rio de Janeiro.
The artist played a key role in evaluating carnival blocks and has always used his visibility to support popular culture and social inclusion. The creation of the circuit is seen as a lasting tribute to its artistic legacy and its action in defense of diversity.
Preta Gil died after a long and courageous battle against cancer. From the diagnosis, it was transparent with the public, sharing difficult moments and also their results in the treatment. His posture inspired thousands of people and has strengthened his role as a figure of strength and authenticity.
The ceremony of this Friday promises to be full of emotion. Although the electric trio is not part of this moment, the energy of black, marked by its joy and courage, will be present in every tribute paid.
Source: Terra
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