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For those who aren't very acquainted with FADO, Fado songs are usually peformed by a solo singer, male or female, traditionally accompanied by a wire-strung accoustic guitar and the Portuguese guitar. The most famous Fado singer was / is Amália Rodrigues, who in the 20th century made Fado known beyond Portugal, performing all over Europe, Japan, South America, and even in the United States; contemporary FADO singers include Mariza (considered the new "Queen of Fado"), Carlos do Carmo, Dulce Pontes among others.
Let's hope Portugal and the Fado Museum cling to their goal of preserving FADO's cultural legacy throughout generations :)))
Now Enjoy!
For further info,
http://www.unesco.org/culture/ich/index.php?lg=en&pg=00002
http://www.unesco.org/culture/ich/index.php?pg=00011
http://www.economist.com/node/250031
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mariza
3 comments:
Craig Ferguson always starts his shows by saying "It's a great day for America". Today I feel like saying "It's a great day for Portugal!" :D
Congratulations! I had no idea and I'm happy to hear a good piece of news in such difficult times as the ones we're living!Having a look at your blog always makes me discover new things and I've never told you but reading the introduction by Haim Ginott was a great dicovery for me so thanks for everything you share with us!!
Urra! Portugal now has a good reason to celebrate...
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