Ana Moura

An evocative Portuguese blues music that emerged from the brothels and taverns of Lisbon two centuries ago, fado is in the midst of a glorious renaissance, and Ana Moura is the music’s brightest young star. Her luxuriant voice and passionate stage presence have won her a huge international following, drawn by her ability to cross over into other styles while retaining fado’s deep emotional commitment. Moura’s rapid ascent to global stardom has seen her perform in major concert halls all over the world and made fans and collaborators of The Rolling Stones and Prince, who travelled to Lisbon to work with her. Ana Moura is pouring her heart and soul into an ancient style, earning fado a well-deserved seat at the world’s bountiful musical feast. Come and be captivated by a delectably sensual musical journey, featuring exquisite vocals and traditional fado instrumentation.

‘Sorrow wrapped in guitar filigree, elegant romance with a tragic undercurrent – that’s the tradition of Portuguese fado that Ana Moura joins. fado never forgets about the music’s past, but it lives in the moment.’
– The New York Times

‘Moura honours the tradition of fado even as she peers into its future.’
– Global Rhythm

‘The first thing that hits you is her voice: textured, powerful, possessed of extraordinary clarity.’
– Songlines

Ana Moura • Vocals
Angelo Freire • Guitarra (Portuguese Guitar)
José Elmiro Nunes • Acoustic Guitar
Filipe Larsen • Acoustic Bass Guitar