Dilermando Pinheiro (1917–1975) was a Brazilian singer, composer, and actor renowned for his contributions to samba music. Born and raised in Rio de Janeiro's São Cristóvão neighborhood, he began his musical journey in 1930 as a pandeiro player in Banda de Seu Basílio. Inspired by Luís Barbosa, Pinheiro innovatively used a straw hat as a percussion instrument to accompany his sambas, a practice he maintained for two decades. His career took off in 1936 with radio appearances, and in 1939, he formed the duo A Dupla Onze with Cyro Monteiro. Pinheiro's notable recordings include collaborations with trombonist Raul de Barros and performances of sambas by Noel Rosa and Braguinha. After a brief hiatus, he returned to the music scene in the early 1960s, participating in the acclaimed show "O Samba Pede Passagem." Pinheiro also ventured into acting, appearing in films such as "O Vendedor de Linguiça" and "O Assalto ao Trem Pagador." He passed away in 1975, leaving a lasting legacy in Brazilian music. ([fr.wikipedia.org](https://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dilermando_Pinheiro?utm_source=openai))