Music

We go for a walk, talk about our favourite music genres, play a “name the first artist you think of” game, and arrive at the gym still arguing about who really is the king and queen of pop. In this episode you’ll hear natural Portuguese around music vocabulary and genres, plus useful expressions for opinions, […]

Sílvia deals with a pushy salesman while shopping for an electronic drum set. Then she leaves a voicemail for her partner about what happened and what she decided.

Rui and Joel take you on a walk to the train station while they talk about their hobbies!

Joel sits down with João, a fellow musician and also a music teacher. Explore music-related vocabulary as João related to his passion for music, shares his first steps into the music world, and even gives a brief theory lesson!

Find out how Joana likes to spend her free time.

Joel talks about career choices and adapting to life in Portugal. (Listeners: Rui & Joel are outside filming, so the sound in the background is a nearby water feature.)

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.

Joel and Joana chat about a concert happening this weekend. Who is going?

Pedro and Rita make plans to go to a concert.

João and Luís enjoy their summer break by going to one of the popular music festivals held in Portugal.

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

Learn more about Casa da Música, a space solely dedicated to music and the arts in Porto.