RSVP casadellazisa@gmail.com or call 503-307-4907
$20 seat; $15 for PGS members, senior citizens, and students
Choro da Alegria (choro of happiness) is a Portland-based ensemble dedicated to playing the wonderful melodies of Brazil. The group is thrilled to be returning to the CDZ concert series
Choro da Alegria draws much inspiration from the genre choro, which means cry or lament and has been loosely called “Brazilian ragtime.” Choro features samba rhythms, jazzy chords and fast tempos. Beyond choro the group enjoys performing classics tunes from Bossa Nova and MPB. Choro da Alegria is Pam Beaty on 7 string guitar, Tom Pinit on bandolim, and Esteban Diaz on percussion. The group released its first CD, “quiosque,” in 2015.
The concert will also feature special guest flutist Gabriela Gimenes from São Paulo, Brazil. Pam Beaty and Peter Zisa will also perform set of Brazilian guitar duets.