Portuguese vocalist Ana Moura, whose soulful and riveting interpretation of her land's captivating fado style has made her a star in Europe, brings her gentle, persuasive magic to North American audiences. The 25-year old singer has become a leading exponent of this poetic, deeply expressive idiom which personifies the Portuguese psyche as it explores such universal themes as lost love, separation, and longing. As Ana explains, "It's very special because it's all about emotions and feelings. It needs no translation."
Ana has emerged as a leading voice of traditional fado just as the venerable idiom is enjoying a renaissance of popularity. As with jazz and country music in the U.S., tango in Argentina, samba in Brazil, fado sprang from the culture of working class people. And, as with the aforementioned examples, over the years the style evolved from humble origins to win broad appeal. Today, as Ana proudly proclaims, "In Portugal, fado is for everyone."
Ana Moura has appeared in such diverse performances as "The Rolling Stones Project, vol. 2" recording, Festival de Cannes, and major festivals and concert halls throughout Europe and the US.
ADDITIONAL BIOS:
Eye for Talent, Biography Page 01/11/07
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AUDIO:
Águas Do Sul - 2:34
Para Além Da Saudade - - World Village / Harmonia Mundi
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Leva-Me Aos Fados - 3:01
Leva-Me Aos Fados - 2009 -
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Águas Passadas - 4:08
Leva-Me Aos Fados - 2009 -
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New York Times, Sorrow in Seductive Adornment - concert review 03/31/08
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PHOTO - Ana Moura - B/W credit: Paulo Segadães
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PHOTO - Ana Moura - B/W credit: Paulo Segadães
