More than seven years after performing to a sold-out Maison symphonique, Mariza, one of the greatest voices in Portuguese music, returns to Montreal on Sunday, October 25, at 8 p.m. Presented by Traquen’Art, this concert will celebrate more than two decades of an extraordinary career, featuring the songs that have earned her international
acclaim and the profound emotion of fado, a musical tradition that transcends borders.
A Voice That Has Brought Fado to the World’s Greatest Stages
Born in Mozambique and raised in Mouraria, Lisbon’s historic neighbourhood closely associated with fado, Mariza has played a defining role in shaping the contemporary history of this Portuguese musical tradition. Following in the footsteps of the legendary Amália Rodrigues, she has preserved the soul of fado while bringing it a fresh sensibility, captivating audiences far beyond Portugal’s borders.
Over more than two decades, she has performed in some of the world’s most prestigious concert halls and international festivals, bringing fado and Portuguese culture to audiences across several continents. Her remarkable career has earned her more than 50 platinum certifications, several Grammy Award nominations, and numerous international honours.
Yet beyond these accolades, it is above all her voice that captivates. Instantly recognizable, it moves effortlessly from intimate tenderness to breathtaking power, carried by a magnetic stage presence. An intensity that the British newspaper The Guardian praised with the words: “Passion with delicacy and humour.”
“(Mariza) remakes fado’s ancient sadness into a majestic modern sound” – Rolling Stone magazine
The Great Songs of an Extraordinary Career
This long-awaited Montreal concert will offer audiences the opportunity to rediscover the signature songs that have defined Mariza’s artistic journey and accompanied her rise to international prominence. The evening may also feature a selection of songs from her forthcoming album, Amor, expected to be released in the near future.
Blending tradition, passion, and artistic freedom, Mariza continues to breathe new life into a repertoire deeply rooted in Portuguese culture, while connecting with generations of listeners around the world.
Montreal: Nearly 25 Years of a Special Connection
Since her first appearance at the Festival International de Jazz de Montréal in 2002, Mariza has developed a special relationship with Montreal audiences. Her October 25 concert will mark her ninth visit to the city, following performances at venues including the Spectrum, Théâtre Outremont, and Place des Arts.
At her most recent Montreal appearance, in April 2019, she performed to a sold-out Maison symphonique. More than seven years later, her return to the same hall promises a truly memorable reunion.
On October 25, Mariza will reconnect with an audience that has followed her journey for nearly a quarter of a century, for an evening filled with emotion, cherished memories, and the enduring passion of fado.
October 25, 2026 at 8:00pm
Maison symphonique
To purchase your tickets, visit: www.placedesarts.com