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Mariza and the Story of Fado
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Series looking at the indigenous music genres of Europe. This edition looks at Portuguese blues music called fado and its international star, Mariza.
Series looking at the indigenous music genres of Europe. Fado is Portuguese blues music and Mariza is its exotic new international star. She was born in Mozambique, has an African mother and Portuguese father and whether she sings in concert halls or intimate bars, her intensely emotional performances enthral audiences everywhere. Originating in Brazil, the story of fado mirrors the history of Portugal, including a 'lost' period in the early 20th Century when it was working-class and militant.
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- Fri 19 Oct 2007 19:30
- Sat 20 Oct 2007 02:20