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The document discusses the origins and rise in popularity of the mandolin in Madeira, Portugal from around 1880-1950. It argues that while the mandolin was popular in Portugal in the 19th century, it did not gain widespread acceptance in Madeira until the late 19th century. A decisive moment was in 1888 when a student musical group from Spain featuring mandolins visited Portugal and inspired the formation of the first mandolin group in Coimbra, which then spread the instrument

Author

Jorge Cardoso Bandolim

Language

EN