Cesaria's Life and Music Tour Life and Music of Cesaria Tour
ID: GYG1106883-1699810
Category:
Country: Spain
Duration:
02:00 hours
Description
The Queen of Cape Verdean Folk Music, Cesaria Évora, was one of the most influential and internationally recognized Cape Verdean artists.
Born on August 27, 1941, in Mindelo, São Vicente, Cape Verde, she started singing in her hometown at local clubs, gaining recognition for her moving performance and unique voice. In the 1990s, her career took off worldwide with albums like Cesária Évora (1994) and Café Atlântico (1999). Known for her deep, melancholic, and moving voice, especially in the morna and coladeira genres, she paved the way for other Cape Verdean musicians and brought Cape Verdean music to a global stage.
She won tons of awards, including the Latin Grammy in 2004 for her album Voz d'Amor. Her style and voice inspired musicians and listeners worldwide, helping to spread Cape Verdean culture. She's been to some big international festivals and worked with artists like Cesária Évora, Tito Paris, and others. She was known for her humility and simplicity, and for her unique style of dressing, with traditional costumes.
Despite the fame, she kept things simple, staying close to her roots.
She passed away on December 17, 2011, in Mindelo, leaving behind a lasting musical legacy.
Highlights
- Cise, the voice of Cape Verde that crossed oceans, brought morabeza to the world.
- With her morna, Cise showed that music can be a bridge between cultures.
- Cise left a legacy that delights and inspires generations through her singing.
Guiding languages
INCLUDED
- Museum tickets
- Live music
- Local cocktail
- Snack
- Transfer
- Guide
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
