In a celebration of cultural and artistic diversity, a series of breathtaking events are set to unfold across Germany, with the Deutsche Oper am Rhein and the Duisburger Philharmoniker taking center stage. From the classic tales of Pinocchio and Beatrice di Tenda to the soulful Fado of António Zambujo, and the innovative reinterpretations by the Margulis Trio, these events promise a rich tapestry of opera and music. Join us in exploring the remarkable narratives, creative performances, and unique artistic expressions that make this a season to remember.

A Cultural Symphony: Uniting Diverse Musical Narratives

António Zambujo

João Salcedo

Bernardo Couto

Francisco Brito

João Moreira

Duisburger Philharmoniker

The Portuguese word Saudade translates as longing. But it means much more than that: it is an attitude to life, a very specific form of world-weariness, full of wistfulness and gentle melancholy. And these also characterize Fado, which has become popular in Germany primarily through strong female voices such as those of Carminho, Mariza or Ana Moura. But António Zambujo, with his gentle and slightly hoarse voice, is also a representative of this emotional singing. However, there are also other influences in his personal style: the song tradition of his home region in southern Portugal, for example, called Cante Alentejano. There are also echoes of the Brazilian composer Antônio Carlos Jobim, the inventor of the Bossa nova, for which António Zambujo has a soft spot as well as for the Brazilian Samba.

Under the title "Cidade", the Portuguese songwriter Miguel Araújo has composed a whole series of touching songs especially for António Zambujo, which clothe the everyday life and loneliness of people in a big city in almost unspectacular tones. But it is precisely through their apparent simplicity that these songs unfold their irresistible saudade pull. For the atmospheric opening of the "Eigenzeit" festival, there will be dancing in the foyer with samba, salsa and bachata.

António Zambujo

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