The group’s purpose is to combine traditional Cante Alentejano (folk music from the Alentejo region of Portugal) with elements from other musical traditions, such as classical music.
Five musicians, of different generations, and with diversified musical formations, from the band. Five voices, one cellist, two acoustics guitarists, an accordionist and a percussionist bring an intimate style to Traditional Cante songs.
Musicians:
Celina Piedade – vocals, accordion
José Melo – vocals, guitar
Cláudio Trindade – vocals, percussion
Susana Santos – vocals, cello
Tolentino Cabo – vocals, guitar
Discography:
Cantarolices (2003)
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.
