Fado

Fado (translated as destiny or fate) is a music genre which can be traced from the 1820s in Portugal, but probably with much earlier origins. In popular belief, Fado is a form of music characterized by mournful tunes and lyrics, often about the sea or the life of the poor. However, in reality Fado is simply a form of song which can be about anything, but must follow a certain structure. Read more…|Edit this Artist photo: Camané

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Monday 13 February 2012
Ana Moura Dakota Jazz Club
Minneapolis MN, United States
44.973922 -93.275084
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Saturday 12 May 2012
New Fado, love in Portugal: António Zambujo
António Zambujo
NYU Skirball Center for the Performing…
New York, United States
40.729795 -73.997684

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