ALVORADA
Alvorada is an award-winning Brazilian choro quintet based in London. Our music is vibrant and uplifting, and we play choro classics and original compositions.
We have been together for over 10 years and released two albums, First Light (2019) and Faz Tempo (2024, ARC Records). We've appeared on BBC Radio 3, Jazz FM, and won the LUKAS and Focus Brasil awards for 'Best Brazilian Band'. We have toured the UK and Europe extensively, playing numerous venues and festivals. Alvorada are also available for private functions.
Please contact me for bookings and check out our website for dates and more information.
"A fresh, innovative album"
★★★★★ Songlines
“They breathe a new life into Brazil’s popular lilting choro style… adding a distinctive, contemporary edge” Sarah Ward, Jazz FM
“Music that won't let you stay still" Hannah French (BBC Radio 3)
A thrilling voyage of discovery” Nikki Iles
Musicians:
Rachel Hayter - flute
Andrew Woolf - clarinet
Jeremy Shaverin - cavaquinho
Luiz Morais - 7 string guitar
Andres Ticino - percussion
