
ORIENTAL LANDSCAPES FESTIVAL '18 | JUNE 15 and JUNE 22
contemporary oriental music festival
Together with composer Kaveh Vares I had the pleasure of arranging and orchestrating wonderful Iranian music for a very special collaboration between some of most acclaimed Dutch ensembles of the moment, including the Matangi String Quartet and the Calefax Reed Quintet, joined by singer Mohammed Motamedi.
contemporary oriental music festival
Together with composer Kaveh Vares I had the pleasure of arranging and orchestrating wonderful Iranian music for a very special collaboration between some of most acclaimed Dutch ensembles of the moment, including the Matangi String Quartet and the Calefax Reed Quintet, joined by singer Mohammed Motamedi.
AMSTERDAM FADO FEST | March 23 & 24 2018
The AMSTERDAM FADO FEST is a joint venture of Theatre Munganga and Rafael Fraga.
After several very successful “Fado nights”, the concept is now expanded to a whole weekend dedicated to “the soul of Portugal” – Fado.
After several very successful “Fado nights”, the concept is now expanded to a whole weekend dedicated to “the soul of Portugal” – Fado.
Friday March 23 - FADO INVERSO
Ana Roque & João David Almeida Fado Inverso is the new project of singer Ana Roque and guitarist João David Almeida.
By subtly mixing the Fado tradition with other influences, they present a refreshing approach on some of the most important songs of the Portuguese Fado repertoire. Ana Roque is an emerging voice in the new Fado generation, featuring a distinct voice and a very personal approach on traditional Fado. João David is an accomplished guitarist with a diversified background, ranging from worldmusic to Jazz. |
Saturday March 24 - Fado of Men
Rafael Fraga & guests In FADO OF MEN Rafael will interpret a unique selection of essential Fados formerly sang by historic male singers, such as Carlos do Carmo or Marceneiro. This repertoire, mostly unknown to the international audience, will also Portuguese guitar compositions and Rafael’s own original material – anticipating the release of his new album “Trova Caminhada”.
Rafael is an Amsterdam-based composer, guitarist and singer, known for is highly personal interpretations, sophisticated harmonies and innovative projects. |