Music project – 1995

The Orchestra Sons da Lusofonia was founded in 1995, based on an idea by its artistic director Carlos Martins. Since its foundation the orchestra consists of rotating musicians from the seven lusophone countries Portugal, Brazil, Mozambique, Guiné-Bissau, Angola, Cabo Verde and São Tomé e Principe.

The music is inspired by the different musical traditions of those countries but the orchestra is adding a modern touch to the arrangements to create a bridge between old ancient traditions and cultures and a contemporary audience.

Artistic Director
Carlos Martins

Musicians
Alexandre Frazão (Brazil) - Drums
Bato Monteiro (Angola) - Percussion
Dalu (Angola) - Percussion
Edu Miranda (Brazil) - Mandolin
Filipe Larsen (Portugal) – Bass
Mário Delgado (Portugal) - Guitar
Miguel Gonçalves (Brazil) - Trumpet
Rui Gonçalves (Portugal) - Trombone
Ruben Alves (Portugal) - Keyboard