Gisela João is one of the most captivating voices in contemporary fado—a genre of music that, in her hands, does not look to the past but is firmly rooted in the present. The Portuguese singer combines the poetic power of fado with a stage presence that is both powerful and unpredictable. Her voice expresses desire, rebellion, joie de vivre, and all the nuances that give great stories their depth. If you’ve always associated fado with quiet melancholy, Gisela João will change your mind: here, we laugh, we feel, we live. On Sunday, March 14, she’ll take the stage at the Alhambra in Geneva—an evening for anyone who wants to discover Portuguese music at its most vibrant and immediate.
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