Arion (7)

Founded in Viçosa, MG, Brazil in 1993 (as "Magma") - Disbanded around 2002. Arion is a progressive band from Brazil with strong influences from classic 1970's bands like Yes, Emerson, Lake & Palmer and Renaissance. With musicians raised on a musical background of classical, jazz and Brazilian music, these elements also were incorporated in their sound as well. Calling themselves initially Magma, the group started in 1993, at the university town of Viçosa. Things started to get in shape when classical trained singer Tânia Braz joined them. In 2000, after some touring, they signed with the Progressive Rock Worldwide label.