Presented by 70 Anos Canada
In association with Small World Music

On Saturday May 13, 2023, Small World is proud to partner with 70 Anos Canada for their presentation of the world’s most celebrated fado singer.

A celebration of Portuguese-Canadian heritage honouring the Portuguese Pioneers who first arrived in this county aboard the Saturnia on May 13, 1953.

Fado is Mariza's soul, integral part of her culture and she communicates the music with elegance and uniquely, fascinating the audience with every extraordinary performance of hers.

The fact that Mariza has received many Awards is not a coincidence. Awards such as the "Best European Artist" from BBC 3 for 2001, 2005 and 2006, the "European Border Breakers Award" (2004), and titles such as “Ambassador for Fado's candidature to UNESCO'S Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity programme" (2004) and “Ambassador of Portuguese Tourism Institut" for her contribution spreading Portuguese tradition worldwide and many more awards and titles.

Born in Mozambique, she was very fortunate to grow up in the small streets of Mourraria, homeland and source of fado, where she was first introduced to what later would become almost herself. In the beginning she was interested in soul and funk, but soon she was discovered by the producer Jorge Fernando.

She has collaborated with the best musicians and producers. Most of her albums, "Fado em Mim" (2001), "Fado Curvo" (2003), "Transparente" (2005) and "Concerto Em Lisboa" (2006), as well as the DVD "Live In London" (2004), have become platinum.

All proceeds to support: Magellan Community Foundation - building the first long term-care home for Portuguese-speaking seniors in Ontario, with affordable housing units and a community hub.

The 2023 Small World Music Series is generously supported by TD Bank of Canada, the Government of Canada, Canada Council for the Arts, Ontario Arts Council, and the City of Toronto through the Toronto Arts Council.