Sofia Vitória Inácio (born 28 April 1979 in Setúbal, Portugal) is a Portuguese singer. Prior to recording her debut album "Palavra de Mulher", she performed in Portugal's main concert halls, as well as in Brazil, Spain, the Netherlands, Italy, Macao, Wales and Turkey.
Sofia Vitória | |
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 Sofia Vitória (front) while rehearsing for the Eurovision Song Contest 2004 | |
| Background information | |
| Born | 28 April 1979 Setúbal, Portugal |
| Origin | Portugal  |
| Genres | Jazz World Music |
| Occupation | Singer |
Sofia is strongly influenced not only by Jazz but also by World Music. She released her first record in partnership with pianist Luís Figueiredo. All the songs included in the album "Palavra de Mulher" tell the story of feminine characters who inhabit Chico Buarque's musical world.
Discography
edit- Sofia Vitória & Luís Figueiredo – "Palavra de Mulher" (Numérica, 2012)
Collaborations
edit- Luís Figueiredo – "Lado B" (Sintoma Records, 2012)
Comments
editAbout "Palavra de Mulher"
"It has been a long time since I have listened to the work of Chico in such an original and modern way, and at the same time with an intense sophistication and talent."
- Ivan Lins (liner notes of the album)