In 1975, Alcione released her LP, A Voz do Samba, which achieved gold sales status and featured several hit tracks.

In 1997, Alcione signed with Universal Records, subsequently releasing a debut album titled, Valeu, through Polygram the next year.

In December 2002, Alcione was recognized for playing an important part in founding the Paraíso School of Samba in London, England.

[1] She also helped organize and prepare the stage for a British version of the Carnival Brasil, Paraíso dos Orixás (Brazil, Paradise of the Orishas).

She has had several hits, such as "Não deixe o samba morrer", "Lá vem você", "Gostoso veneno", and "Ilha da maré".