LARISSA BAQ : October London Tour @LarissaBaq

Larissa Baq is a guitarists,percussionist, singer and composer, she started in music at age 12. She studied percussion with Mestre Dinho Gongalves, Miriam Capua and James Muller over 10 years of her musical career, and now is back to London on her solo Tour to show her best music direct from Brazil. Don't miss!!

CONCERT | 4 JULY : @GilbertoGil w/ the London Symphony Orchestra @BarbicanCentre

Iconic South-American singer-songwriter Gilberto Gil is joined by the London Symphony Orchestra and conductor Francois-Xavier Roth for an evening featuring new arrangements by Jaques Morelenbaum of his own songs, alongside music originating from and influenced by his beloved Brazil.

CONCERT | Angelita Jimenez : 25 May, London

Brazilian born singer/songwriter and composer Angelita Jimenez, is fast establishing herself in the UK music scene for her stunning soft vocal delivery, perfect for her Brazilian Music style. They will perform their latest compositions, which combine contemporary Brazilian Music with some traditional influences with their unique twist, along with special guests.

Céu + Curumin + Lucas Santtana : 19th April, London

Céu, One of the most successful Brazilian female artists of our time performing her unique jazz, reggae and soul-infused samba and bossa nova rhythms with full band. Support from her fellow countryman, and rising tropicalia pop funk star, Curumin  - Also to complete this line up Lucas Santtana , all together live on 19th April, 2012 @ Koko.

Antonio Forcione/Adriano Adewale Duo : 11 April

 

Hailed as the 'Jimi Hendrix of the acoustic guitar', award-winning Antonio Forcione is considered one of the most charismatic and inventive performers to come out of Europe in recent years. He breaks the mould of conventional, popular guitar sounds in the fields of Jazz, Spanish, African, Brazilian and improvised music and has received critical acclaim worldwide. Joining his presentation will be Adriano Adewale one of the most recognized brazilian musicians based in London.

Jandira Silva : 19 April

 

Born in Rio de Janiero, Jandira is a highly talented singer whose voice conveys the power of popular Brazilian music. Singing professionally since 1997, her search for wider artistic horizons have taken her from Brazil to Lisbon where she became the resident vocalist at the Casino do Estoril. Now living in London she performs a wonderful selection of rhythmic, enchanting and seductive songs.

Jandira Silva - CD Launch: 16 April

Born in Rio de Janiero, Jandira is a highly talented singer whose voice beautifully conveys the power of popular Brazilian music. Singing professionally since 1997 her search for wider artistic horizons took her to Portugal, where she became the resident vocalist at the Casino do Estoril in Lisbon.

MUSIC | Jandira Silva : Festa de um sonho bom

From the CD "Festa de um sonho bom" 2012, Jandira silva presents the single Festa de um sonho bom (Ernesto Leite/Jandira Silva/Marcelo Andrade) / Guitar and Electric Bass: Cláudio César Ribeiro / Piano Rhodes: Giovani Goulart. Drums and Percussion: Toni Maresca.

Heidi Vogel : 22 March, London (FREE)

 

Fusing Brazilian styles with nu-jazz and more, Heidi Vogel presents an evening of  Latin inspired nu-jazz at Babalou.

MUSIC | Dj iZem : Quiver | Debaixo D'Agua EP

   

The tireless music globe-trotter DJ iZem drops his debut EP, an organic mixture of Post-Dubstep, Soul, Hip-Hop and Brazilian more music. Big spaces, sub bass, jazz guitars and keys create this deep and spacious blend recorded in between Dublin, Paris, Morocco and Brazil.

Samba da Ressaca : Every Sunday

Sundays from 2pm at Guanabara are now an absolutely authentic Brazilian day with live music, forro, Dj's and more..

Tulipa : 19th December, London

 

Direct from Sao Paulo, Tulipa is Brazil’s latest gift to music - a talented young singer-songwriter whose playful tropicália pop draws on 1970s roots, combining rich vocals and catchy melodies - all underpinned by a tight-knit band driving out rock, pop and electronic grooves.

Jandira Silva @ National Theatre : 5th December, London

Born in Rio de Janiero, Jandira is a highly talented singer whose voice conveys the power of popular Brazilian music. Singing professionally since 1997, her search for wider artistic horizons have taken her from Brazil to Lisbon where she became the resident vocalist at the Casino do Estoril. Now living in London she performs a wonderful selection of rhythmic, enchanting and seductive songs.

Hermeto Pascoal : 20th November, London

Hermeto Pascoal, charismatic composer, arranger, multi-instrumentalist and musical visionary returns to the Barbican in celebration of his 75th birthday, with his intoxicating blend of jazz, rock and Brazilian music.

Jorge & Mateus : 29th October, London

Jorge e Mateus are a Brazilian sertanejo duo who made their album debut with Ao Vivo em Goiânia in 2007. Founded in 2005 in Itumbiara, Goiás, Brazil, the duo is comprised of Jorge Alves Barcelos (born August 27, 1982) and Mateus Pedro Liduário de Oliveira (born July 15, 1984).

Bossa Nova Lounge w/ Jandira Silva + Guests : 25th October, London

Bossa Nova / Samba Jazz tonight 25th at Guanabara.Great Live Music by Jandira Silva and Netto Pio.
Som de primeira  > UnmissAble !! FREE ENTRY !!!

Angelita Jimenez : 17th October, London

 

Angelita Jiménez is a singer, songwriter and composer from Brazil. She has a sound which combines Brazilian contemporary with Bossa Nova and Samba influences.  Her vocals are silky, gentle, and rounded combining traditional and contemporary styles sung in both English and Portuguese.

Elza Soares : 15th October, London

An extremely rare show by one of Brazil’s original Samba Superstars! With a career spanning fifty years singing early Jazz inflected Bossa Novas in the 60s to embracing Electronic Dance music in the 90s and over the years embodying the Samba Soul movement of the 70s, Elza is a remarkable singer and show woman… a true living legend!

Gaio de Lima : 30th September, London

 

 Some say that Brazil is the mix of the world and Rio de Janeiro is the mix of Brazil. Gaio de Lima - a "carioca" (Rio native) and talented 10-string madolin player and singer - hosts a new monthly residency, which showcases some of this exciting mix and features different special guest musicians. This time with fantastic musician Josue Ferreira (Menino Josue)

Samara feat. Jandira Silva : 30th September, London

“Samara” is a six piece jazz/latin group which I lead, and suffice it to say I think the guys in the band are just great! Don't miss this 30th September at 606 Jazz Club live!