Guitarra Portuguesa

The genre of "guitarra portuguesa" revolves around the mesmerizing sounds of the Portuguese guitar, a twelve-stringed instrument with a distinctive, mandolin-like timbre that's deeply embedded in the soul of Portugal's music culture, particularly in Fado music. This genre showcases a blend of melancholic melodies and intricate fingerpicking techniques that evoke a rich tapestry of emotional landscapes, from longing and love to nostalgia and joy. Artists like Carlos Paredes and Ricardo Rocha have masterfully elevated the genre, combining technical prowess with profound expressiveness, allowing the guitarra portuguesa to sing stories of the Portuguese experience. Their music, characterized by both virtuosity and sublime nuance, plays a pivotal role in preserving and innovating the tradition, making the guitarra portuguesa a symbol of national identity and a conduit for cultural expression across generations.

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Braguesa por Bulerías
Single - Released March 28, 2024
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Carlos Paredes
Jose Manuel Neto
Fernando Alvim
Pedro Jóia
Luis Guerreiro
Jorge Fontes

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