Encounters with the Latin Guitar with Yamandu Costa

Discover the rich musical traditions of Brazil through an evening that celebrates the country's vibrant guitar culture and its unmistakable rhythmic spirit. Led by internationally acclaimed guitarist Yamandu Costa, this concert brings together an outstanding ensemble of musicians to explore the expressive world of choro, samba, and Brazilian instrumental music. Combining virtuosic performance with warmth and spontaneity, the programme highlights the dialogue between the seven-string guitar, mandolin, cavaquinho, accordion, and percussion, creating a sound that is both intimate and exhilarating.
Featuring works by some of Brazil's most celebrated composers, including Ernesto Nazareth, Jacob do Bandolim, Dominguinhos, Pixinguinha, Sivuca, and Orlando Silveira, alongside original compositions by Yamandu Costa, the concert offers a journey through the country's diverse musical heritage. Rooted in tradition while embracing contemporary interpretation, this performance invites audiences to experience the rhythmic vitality, lyrical beauty, and infectious energy that have made Brazilian music beloved around the world.