Brazil, Portugal and Cape Verde resound in the beguiling songs of this acoustic trio. Latin American and African tinged rhythms, connected by the Portuguese language.

Coladera is the acoustic trio of Portuguese singer/guitarist João Pires, his Brazilian counterpart Vitor Santana and master percussionist Miroca Paris, from Cape Verde. The Portuguese language is the common factor in their songs, which are influenced by cultures and rhythms from both sides of the Atlantic, from rumba and samba to African and flamenco.

Coladera was named after the rhythm born of the morna, the traditional Cape Verdean music, which in turn is derived from Portuguese fado and Angolan lundum. This unique musical universe is interpreted in a raw, beguiling way by the trio. Alongside less familiar themes the group pays tribute to legendary Cape Verdean singer Cesária Èvora.

The Bimhuis restaurant is open prior to the concert from 6.30 til 8.30PM (reservations via 020-7882158). After the concert, the Bimhuis Café is open (free entrance).

(BRAZIL / PORTUGAL / CAPE VERDE)

João Pires, Vitor Santana zang/gitaar, (Marcos Suzano will be replaced by) Miroca Paris percussie