It’s Summer, and Mambista relocates to BPCG from The Portico in West Norwood so, of course, it’s time to welcome back the ever-wonderful Alvorada. If you haven’t experienced them before, they are perfect for the ambiance and natural beauty provided by BPCG’s Plum Tree “stage”; and they have a new album ready for release in October following up their gorgeous debut, First Flight.
Based in London, Alvorada are the UK’s leading performers of choro, a rich and uplifting style of instrumental music from Rio de Janeiro. Alvorada explore influences from all over Brazil, with a swing and vibrancy that nourishes the soul.
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