Sun, 30 Aug · 22:30
Seven Suns, Seven Moons Festival: luso 7sóis-26 (Cape Verde, Réunion, Italy, Morocco, Portugal)
Luso 7sóis-26 (Cape Verde, La Réunion, Italy, Morocco, Portugal) Concert presented with the support of DG Artes This original production by the sssl Festival features six renowned artists from a wide variety of musical cultures rooted in the countries of the Sete Só. The diverse spirits of the Mediterranean and the Portuguese-speaking world come together in this orchestra: artists from La Réunion, Italy, Portugal, Morocco, and Cape Verde. The repertoire of Luso 7Sóis-26 blends traditional songs, original compositions, and new arrangements from these various countries. A long and fascinating journey that explores Portuguese folk music with accordionist Hugo Osga and Fado singer Beatriz Felício; the rhythms of southern Italy under the musical direction of bouzouki player Stefano Saletti; Cape Verdean melodies with Hernani Almeida on bass, Moroccan harmonies with oud player Hamza Bouklifi, and percussion from the island of La Réunion performed by musician Sami Pageaux. National premiere Time: 9:30 p.m. Location: Zambujeira do Mar– Church Square Organized by: Original production by the Sete Sóis Sete Luas Festival Price: Free admission