Fernanda Maria is an esteemed fadista—a singer of fado, the emotive and soulful music that is the heartbeat of Portugal. With a career spanning numerous decades, she has become a beloved ambassador of this traditional genre, both within her homeland and across the world. Her powerful voice and profound emotional delivery encapsulate the very essence of fado, an art form that often explores themes of destiny, melancholy, and longing, known as "saudade" in Portuguese.

Throughout her journey in music, Fernanda Maria has released a significant body of work, capturing the attention of fado aficionados with albums like "Portugal's Great Fado Singer" and "Fadista!". Her authentic interpretation of the genre is celebrated in "Fados," where each track is steeped in the rich history of Portuguese music. More recently, she has continued to shine with "Fadistas de Lisboa (2022 Remaster)" and "The Queen Of Fado (2022 Remaster)", which showcases the enduring appeal of her musical legacy with modern remasters of her classic recordings. As a key figure in the world of fado, Fernanda Maria remains a symbol of the enduring power and passion that this musical form represents.

Genres

Fado

Fado Antigo

Latest Release

Fado Club - I Remember Portugal (Ao Vivo)

Fernanda Maria•

Jaime Santos

Album - 10 Tracks - Released June 3, 2017