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Mariza and Na Seòid

Tuesday 20th January 2009, 7.30pm

Glasgow Royal Concert Hall : Auditorium

In just seven years, Mariza has rocketed from local renown at home in Lisbon to global stardom. With her extraordinary voice and unforgettable live performances, she has transported Portugal’s uniquely soulful fado song tradition out of working-class tavernas onto some of the world’s most illustrious stages, including Carnegie Hall, Sydney Opera House, the Royal Albert Hall and the Hollywood Bowl.

While faithfully honouring its rich and vibrant history, Mariza has also reintroduced fado to a new generation of listeners, often working with younger musicians and poets. Her acclaimed new album Terra casts the net yet further, incorporating subtle shades of jazz, Latin and African music.

Opening the show – by special request from Mariza herself – will be the all-male Gaelic supergroup Na Seòid (The Heroes). Comprising seven of contemporary Gaeldom’s most accomplished singers and instrumentalists, including several Mòd gold medallists, plus musical director Mary Ann Kennedy, they earned glowing reviews for their self-titled debut album in 2008.