Fado

During summer festivals in the Algarve, many crowds have been captivated by the music of Humberto Silva, Portuguese singer and accordion player. After interviewing the musician, Lena Strang shares his story with us through this Portuguese adaptation of her article.

Amália Rodrigues was one of the most important voices in the Fado music of Portugal.

Learn more about Fado, the music style that best captures what it means to be Portuguese.

Fado is a Portuguese musical style loved by people from all over the world! Learn more about its themes and possible origins.

If you know Portugal, you’ve heard of Fado and you know what it means to the Portuguese. But how much do you really know about this traditional music? Test your knowledge about Fado and practice your listening comprehension in a two-speed episode, suitable for those who are starting to learn Portuguese.