Fado House
Fado in the 70s/80s
The voice of a generation that experienced Fado in its early days.
We begin a mini-series of short [...]
Continue reading Fado in the 70s/80s
The Social Impact of Fado: “The Role of Gender in the Construction of Portuguese National Identity”
Born in Lisbon in the 19th century, fado became indispensably present in various moments of [...]
Continue reading The Social Impact of Fado: “The Role of Gender in the Construction of Portuguese National Identity”
Tiles in Portuguese Culture
The Portuguese culture is intrinsically linked to the tile. Many Portuguese buildings and public [...]
Continue reading Tiles in Portuguese Culture
History of Bairro Alto
It was in 1513, with King Manuel I, that what would become known today as Bairro Alto was born.
Continue reading History of Bairro Alto
Emotions and Feelings of Original Fado
Of uncertain origin, fado is the result of who we were and who we are, of our five hundred year old [...]
Continue reading Emotions and Feelings of Original Fado
Severa in the renowned British magazine Monocle
Severa is featured in the renowned British magazine The Monocle Handbook, a practical guide that [...]
Continue reading Severa in the renowned British magazine Monocle
Severa is featured in the renowned British magazine The Monocle Handbook, a practical guide that [...]
Continue reading
Fado, the Color of Feeling
When we think of fado, we automatically think of feeling, of pain, of longing.
Continue reading Fado, the Color of Feeling
Fado and Youth
Fado is gaining emphasis again with the new generations. After several years of being left aside, [...]
Continue reading Fado and Youth
How is fado seen outside Portugal?
If Fado had already been immortalized through the powerful voice of Amália Rodrigues, in 2011 this [...]
Continue reading How is fado seen outside Portugal?
