Mariza

In less than 12 years, Grammy-nominated fado singer Mariza (“Meu Fado Meu”) has risen from a local phenomenon, known only to a small circle of admirers in Lisbon, to one of the most widely acclaimed stars of the world music circuit. “(Mariza) remakes fado’s ancient sadness into a majestic modern sound” (Rolling Stone magazine). The new face of Portuguese fado is reflected by this young singer with a rich, vibrant voice and a strong artistic personality. Her highly successful international presentations range from the Paris Olympia and New York’s Carnegie Hall to the Hollywood Bowl and the Sydney Opera House. Mariza released six albums, including a “best of” compilation last year. A Goodwill Ambassador for UNICEF, she has been honored by the city of Lisbon, the Amália Rodrigues Foundation, and the French government, which awarded her the Chevalier de l’Ordre des Arts et Lettres.