ABOUT CARMELIA MAR
About
Carmelia Mar Music is a platform dedicated to the artistry of vocalist Carmelia Mar, celebrating her eclectic style that moves seamlessly through fado, soul, blues, rock, jazz, Motown, and beyond. The site features her work across a variety of formats from intimate solo and duo performances to dynamic trio and full-band shows, bringing music to life in theatres, festivals, private events, and corporate gatherings.
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Alongside her performance career, the platform also showcases her musical journey, highlights past collaborations, and offers vocal coaching bookings for aspiring singers. With a vision to expand her presence across the UK and eventually worldwide, Carmelia Mar continues to captivate audiences of all ages with performances that are soulful, versatile, and unforgettable.
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Carmelia Mar is an eclectic vocalist whose artistry flows between jazz, bossa nova, fado, and soul. Known for her warm, expressive voice and magnetic stage presence, she brings new life to timeless classics and creates intimate connections with her audience.
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Her journey began at the Jazz School of Porto, where she studied under the great singer and vocal coach Fátima Serro, laying the foundation for her distinctive style. From there, Carmelia performed at prestigious venues such as the Casino Estoril, Espinho, and Póvoa de Varzim, later touring across Portugal with musician and promoter Miguel Bello. Along the way, she shared the stage with renowned artists including Berg, Yola Dinis, Mané Crestejo, and many others.
Highlights of her career include performances on prime-time television at the Lisbon Coliseum, intimate recitals at Leicester Cathedral, and collaborations with celebrated musicians across various genres. Drawing on her Portuguese roots, Carmelia weaves the deep emotion of fado with the elegance of jazz and the rhythm of Latin music, shaping a sound that is both unique and universal.
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Her projects range from refined piano-vocal duos to vibrant full-band performances, offering audiences experiences that are at once soulful, sophisticated, and unforgettable.