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Maria Ascensão Fernandes Teixeira (1926–2001) was a Portuguese folklorist on the island of Madeira. When she was 22, she joined the recently established Grupo Folclórico da Casa do Povo da Camacha which presented traditional songs and dances from Madeirra. Over the next 50 years, she became a leading member of the group, promoting their activities in radio interviews and documentaries. She was a key figure as the group performed at festivals and presentations in Europe, South Africa, the United States and Venezuela. She became widely respected as an authority on the oral traditions of Madeira, reviving songs and dances which had long been forgotten. Maria Ascensão is also remembered for the efforts she devoted to training members of the group.