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Portuguese Accordion

Fernando Ribeiro and His Ensemble
Portuguese Accordion Accordionist Fernando Ribeiro plays a program of instrumental music drawn from Fado (the Portuguese music genre characterized by mournful tunes and lyrics), Portuguese folklore and dances, and from Moorish, African, and Brazilian influences. The recording introduces Ribeiro to American audiences. Ribeiro is accompanied by an instrumental ensemble composed of amplified keyboard, bass, and percussion. The liner notes list the song titles and brief background information about each song.

Track Listing

101
Seja O Que Deus Quizer (As God Wishes)
Fernando Ribeiro and His Ensemble
01:34  
102
Coimbra, Menina e Moça (Coimbra, Girl and Damsel)
Fernando Ribeiro and His Ensemble
02:24  
103
Fui-Me Confessar (I Went to Confess)
Fernando Ribeiro and His Ensemble
01:27  
104
Tirana de Gulpilhares (Tyrant of Gulpilhares)
Fernando Ribeiro and His Ensemble
01:40  
105
Fandango
Fernando Ribeiro and His Ensemble
01:30  
106
Marcha Da Mouraria (Mouraria March)
Fernando Ribeiro and His Ensemble
02:48  
107
Vai Ao Minho (Go to Minho)
Fernando Ribeiro and His Ensemble
02:30  
201
Rusga (Raid)
Fernando Ribeiro and His Ensemble
01:50  
202
Canções Alentejanas (Alentejo Songs)
Fernando Ribeiro and His Ensemble
02:24  
203
Senhora do Almurtão (Our Lady of Almurtão)
Fernando Ribeiro and His Ensemble
01:53  
204
Baile das Camacheiras (Dance of the Women of Camacha)
Fernando Ribeiro and His Ensemble
02:54  
205
Rosa Engeitada (Repudiated Rose)
Fernando Ribeiro and His Ensemble
02:50  
206
Alma Algarvia (Algarvian Soul)
Fernando Ribeiro and His Ensemble
01:29  
207
Vira Da Rota (Vira Route)
Fernando Ribeiro and His Ensemble
01:51