Lovers of the Universe a.s.b.l. invites you for the second edition of RALI DO FADO E CANCOES. An immersive Fado experience in the heart of the picturesque village of Larochette—where the spirit of Portugal dances through the streets and the soulful strains of Fado echo in our hearts.
Larochette, with its vibrant Portuguese community, will once again come alive with the heartfelt strumming of guitars and the passionate voices of Fado singers. For this second edition, we are hosting no fewer than 14 intimate Fado concerts and more in the cozy cafés and the village’s main square. Throughout the day, you’ll have the chance to wander from one performance to another, each offering its own unique atmosphere—all within walking distance.
Expect to be deeply moved by eight exceptional Fado bands, alongside fine touches of Portuguese folk and world music—culminating in a grand finale at 22:00 with one of the world’s most renowned Fado singers: MARIA ANA BOBONE.
Beyond the music, discover intercultural stands highlighting the cultural roots of Portugal, authentic Portuguese cuisine served at the main square, and a striking photo exhibition by Paulo Lobo.
As the spaces in the cafés are free and can fill up quickly, we recommend arriving early to secure your spot. Join us for a memorable day of music, emotion, and cultural delight
All concerts are free.
Park and Ride: Shuttles every 10 minutes from the Filano parking lot (Um Birkelt) to the Rali do Fado. The route de Mersch will be closed; a detour is in place. A second special shuttle organised by the commune serves the residents of Ernzen right to the event.
HIGHLIGHT CONCERT
Maria Ana Bobone
One of the most renowned fadistas in the world
PROGRAM
Locations and program are subject to change. Please check for updates at the end of April.
HIGHLIGHT CONCERT
O Gajo
Raw, intense and deeply Portuguese sound
ARTISTS
PRISCILA DA COSTA TRIO
13:00 Café Marinho
20:00 Café Europe
In Luxembourg, the music genre steeped in nostalgia and saudade, known as fado, needs no introduction. To kick off the second edition of our Rali do Fado e Canções on a high note, we invite you to a warm, intimate evening with Priscila da Costa and her powerful, evocative voice from Lisbon.
Accompanied by Portuguese guitarist João Godinho and viola de fado player Paulo Levi, this singer—renowned beyond the borders of the Grand Duchy—will perform traditional fados with both simplicity and passion.
Beyond being a vocal coach, Priscila da Costa is not only the lead singer of Judasz & Nahimana and Ptolomea but also the voice of the professional Lisbon-based progressive doom metal band Sinistro.
Paula Oliveira
15:00 cafe de la place
Like 2024 Paula Oliveira is a singer based in Luxembourg who has been dedicated to fado for decades. Although fado is primarily a passion for her, she has always been able to balance it with her profession and is one of the few professional-level fado singers in Luxembourg, due to her excellent voice for fado and her broad and varied repertoire. She has performed fado concerts in Luxembourg and other countries, in venues ranging from auditoriums to restaurants offering dinner concerts, as well as other performance halls, always accompanied by professional guitarists.
Maria Tejada
16:00 Café Marinho
18:00 Café du Chateau
It was during a trip to Portugal that Maria noted an aesthetic and spiritual similarity between fado and the emblematic genre of Ecuador: the pasillo. Indeed, both styles are performed in an acoustic format that includes vocals, a rhythm guitar, and a lead guitar engaging in a dialogue with the singer (the Portuguese guitar in fado and the requinto for the pasillo) and are imbued with drama and nostalgia, their poetry narrating the loves and daily life of their people.
Carlos Pedroso
16:00 Café de la place
Based in Luxembourg since his youth, he has been singing fado for several decades with passion and authenticity. As one of the few professional-level fadistas in the country, he captivates audiences with his deep voice and extensive repertoire. He has performed in Luxembourg and abroad, on stage, in concert halls, and at dinner shows, always accompanied by talented musicians. A winner of national competitions in Portuguese, French, and Italian song, he embodies a rare vocal versatility in the service of emotion.
Each performance is a living tribute to the tradition of fado, enriched by a unique sensitivity and a journey full of experience.
Joao Marques
18:00 CAFé Bleech
Originally from Lages de Silgueiros, in the district and municipality of Viseu, he grew up and studied in Coimbra. At the age of 24, he emigrated to Germany, where he currently resides. Music—and more specifically, Fado—has always been a part of his life. At just 13 years old, he began his career as a Fado singer. In addition to Portugal, João Marques has shared the magic of Fado in several countries such as Spain, France, Belgium, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Switzerland, and Germany, where he has been promoting Portuguese culture for 44 years. This year, he celebrates 55 years of a career hand in hand with Fado.
Marly Marques Duo
17:00 Place Bleech
21:00 Café de l´Europe
Marly Marques, one of Luxembourg’s most captivating voices, explores her Portuguese roots and her love for Spanish and Latin American music in a refined, intimate collaboration with pianist Arthur Possing. Known for his natural musicality and versatility, Possing brings sensitivity and depth to this duo, offering a perfect counterpoint to Marly’s warm, expressive voice. Together, they take the audience on a nostalgic journey through popular songs from the Iberian Peninsula and Latin America, from the 1930s to the 1970s. Blending traditional sounds with jazz nuances, their performance is both heartfelt and timeless—an elegant dialogue between voice and piano, steeped in emotion and memory.
O Gajo
19:00 Place Bleech
With his viola campaniça, o Gajo brings to the Fado Rali a raw, intense, and deeply Portuguese sound. Blending tradition with modernity, his music crosses borders and speaks directly to the soul. With several albums released, powerful collaborations, and performances around the world, o Gajo has become a key figure in contemporary Portuguese instrumental music. At Fado Rali, he will offer a unique sonic journey—rooted in Alentejo heritage and driven by an urban pulse. His presence adds a bold and unforgettable tone to this year's edition.
Lucia Araujo
14:00 Café du Chateau
20:00 Café op der Bleech
Lúcia Araújo, a passionate fadista born in Aveiro, Portugal, and living in Paris embodies the timeless essence of fado with grace and authenticity. Her powerful yet tender voice brings to life the profound emotions of nostalgia and saudade, captivating audiences wherever she performs. From intimate Lisbon clubs to vibrant Parisian stages, her talent transcends borders, touching the hearts of listeners across Europe. Each of her performances is a heartfelt journey into Portugal's musical heritage, leaving audiences enchanted by the depth and sincerity she conveys. Lúcia Araújo's artistry is not just about singing fado—it’s about living and breathing its soulful essence.
Jaqueline Carvalho
21:00 Fielserstuff
We are thrilled to welcome Jaqueline Carvalho, arriving straight from Lisbon to join this year’s Rali do Fado.
Jaqueline brings something truly valuable: a life shaped by Fado, and a voice full of sincerity and saudade. With more than 35 years of dedication to Portuguese music, she has graced the stage of Casino Estoril, and appeared on national television programs such as Os Principais, Casa de Artistas, and The Voice Portugal 2024, where her performance of “Veio a Saudade” touched many.
Her deep connection to the tradition, combined with a natural stage presence, makes every performance an honest and moving encounter with Fado. She will be performing in the warm and intimate setting of the Fielserstuff, one of the charming new venues of this year’s edition.
Maria Ana Bobone
22:00 PLACE Bleech
Maria Ana Bobone is one of the most renowned fadistas in the world today. Her voice, presence, and musical vision have left an undeniable mark on the global Fado scene. With a career spanning over two decades, she has enchanted audiences from Carnegie Hall in New York to the Cairo Opera House, performing across Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and the Americas.
For this year’s Rali do Fado édition, Maria Ana Bobone will grace the stage in Larochette alongside a traditional Portuguese guitar ensemble, offering an authentic and powerful Fado experience. More than just a concert, her performance promises to be a moving journey through emotion, identity, and timeless beauty—guided by one of the most captivating voices in contemporary Fado.
LOCATIONS
CAFÉ DE LA Place
5 Place du Marché, Larochette
CAFÉ DE L'EUROPE
11A Rue de Mersch, Larochette
5 rue de Medernach, Larochette
Café Snack-Bar Marinho
EXHIBITIONS
13:00 - 22:00 ARound larochette
PAULO LOBO
photographer
Paulo Lobo: born in Portugal, in Baixa da Banheira, in 1964. At the age of six, his parents emigrated to Luxembourg. He developed a passion for photography at a very young age. He became familiar with the art of the image first as an autodidact, then within a photo club and through numerous workshops.
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Libraria Pessoa a.s.b.l.
BOOK STAND
PESSOA a.s.b.l. promotes reading in Portuguese, the discovery of Lusophone authors, and runs a traveling bookstore in Luxembourg.
The Coordinacao do Ensino Portugues
EDUCATIONAL STAND
Portuguese Teaching Abroad (EPE) is a special form of school education that aims to affirm and spread the Portuguese language worldwide, providing opportunities to learn the Portuguese language and culture. The responsibility for managing the EPE network lies with Camões – Institute for Cooperation and Language (Camões, I.P.), a public institution under the supervision of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, which promotes the Portuguese language and culture.
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