Em Sintonia Concert: Djangada & Mosaico
About this Event
Em Sintonia is a day-long celebration of Brazilian music, bringing together movement, rhythm, language, ensemble playing and live performance in an immersive experience that invites audiences to discover one of the world's richest musical traditions. Taking place at ICMP London, the event is designed to connect people through participation, celebrating Brazilian music not simply as a repertoire to learn, but as a living culture where rhythm, storytelling, dance and community are inseparable.
The evening concert brings the day's themes to life, demonstrating how the musical ideas explored in the workshops evolve into professional artistic performance. Opening the concert is Djangada, whose intimate instrumental sound celebrates the beauty and rhythmic sophistication of Brazilian music. They are followed by Mosaico, the collaborative project of vocalist Francesca Confortini and pianist, composer and arranger Ryan Mackenzie, whose music explores the meeting point between Brazilian traditions, jazz improvisation and orchestral colour. Featuring a special dance performance by Iuli Caroline, the concert becomes the natural culmination of the day's journey—bringing together rhythm, movement and music in a celebration of Brazilian culture experienced through both participation and performance.
Doors 7pm
Music from 7:30pm
About Djangada
Djangada is a dynamic piano trio with a unique take on Brazilian classics. Their debut album "Vol. I Caymmi" celebrates and re-imagines the music of the great composer Dorival Caymmi.
Sam Watts (piano), Matheus Nova (bass) and Marcinho Pereira (drums), their performances feature lively grooves, catchy arrangements and a tight-knit rhythmic communication that comes from years of playing together.
About Mosaico
Mosaico is the collaborative project of vocalist and educator Francesca Confortini and pianist, composer and arranger Ryan McKenzie. Inspired by the richness of Brazilian musical traditions, the project combines Brazilian repertoire with contemporary jazz improvisation and orchestral writing, creating performances that celebrate both authenticity and artistic dialogue. The evening concert offers audiences a glimpse into the repertoire from their album.
Join us as we celebrate cultural exchange through music, movement and community, and discover how Brazilian traditions continue to inspire musicians around the world. We look forward to welcoming you to Em Sintonia.
Em Sintonia is led by vocalist, educator and ICMP Vocal Leader Francesca Confortini, whose work bridges professional performance and higher music education, alongside renowned composer, arranger and pianist Ryan Mackenzie, whose passion for Brazilian music and orchestral writing lies at the heart of the Mosaico project. Together, they have created a programme that aims to broaden access to Brazilian music within UK music education while celebrating its cultural depth and authenticity. The project is coordinated by Hannah Hutton, Programme Manager at Kings Place, whose extensive experience in producing large-scale artistic and educational programmes has helped shape the event into a day of learning, collaboration and cultural exchange.
Throughout the day, participants are encouraged to meet, collaborate and make music together. Whether you're attending alone or with friends, Em Sintonia is designed to create new musical connections across communities and disciplines.
Em Sintonia is proudly supported using public funding by Arts Council England.
Where is it happening?
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
GBP 8.83 to GBP 16.96
