This paper provides a performance analysis of one of Ernani Braga\u27s most well-regarded compositions, Cinco Cancoes Nordestinas do Folclore Brasileiro (Five Songs of Northeastern Brazilian Folklore). I include a biography of the composer, a complete catalogue of his songs, and an analysis of the music construction and technical performance challenges of his folk song cycle. By doing so, I also hope to draw attention to Braga\u27s compositional output for voice and piano, and to raise awareness of his importance as great Brazilian musician and accomplished composer
