Seiva – Seiva (Bigorna, 2015)
Seiva recreates Portuguese traditional music throughout the use of new arrangements and the incorporation of some electronic effects and world beats. However, the overall sound is very organic. The trio uses a wide range of acoustic percussion and traditional Portuguese musical instruments.
The band’s self-titled album contains original songs as well as refashioned traditional pieces. The band’s lively sound is characterized by the use of captivating vocals, Portuguese bagpipes and plentiful frame drums.
The lineup includes Joana Negrão on vocals, Portuguese Bagpipes, adufe (Portuguese square drum), and tambourine; Vasco Ribeiro Casais on Braguesa guitar, cavaquinho, and Portuguese bagpipes; and Rita Nóvoa on Portuguese percussion.
Seiva is a gracefully elegant production by a talented group of musicians who are innovating Portuguese folk music.
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Author: Angel Romero
Angel Romero y Ruiz has dedicated his life to musical exploration. His efforts included the creation of two online portals, worldmusiccentral.org and musicasdelmundo.com. In addition, Angel is the co-founder of the Transglobal World Music Chart, a panel of world music DJs and writers that celebrates global sounds. Furthermore, he delved into the record business, producing world music studio albums and compilations. His works have appeared on Alula Records, Ellipsis Arts, Indígena Records and Music of the World.
