Rafael Carvalho Tickets

Rafael Carvalho is a renowned Azorean viola da Terra specialist and educator based in Ribeira Quente, São Miguel. He’s not only a virtuosic performer but also a proactive organizer, shaping the vibrant traditional music scene in the Azores through festivals and gatherings. With a career spanning over a decade, Rafael blends deep respect for regional traditions with contemporary explorations, inviting audiences and students to experience the unique timbre and repertoire of the Azorean viola.

As a community leader, Rafael founded and organized notable events such as Azores: Violas Meeting and Violas do Atlântico, festivals that celebrate the heritage of string instruments across the Azores and beyond. His work as an educator helps pass on techniques, repertoire, and performance insight to a new generation of players, ensuring the continued vitality of this distinctive musical voice.

The 2025 album A Teia da Viola marks a milestone in his discography, released on June 18, 2025, with a dedicated presentation in Ribeira Quente on July 11, 2025. Rafael’s discography, recorded from 2012 through 2025, highlights a persistent thread of traditional exploration and collaborative artistry across multiple projects and releases.

Beyond the studio and stage, Rafael participates in festival appearances and touring across the Azores, including an August 29, 2025 appearance at Violas do Atlântico in Ribeira Quente. He shares performance and educational content on social channels andBandcamp, inviting music lovers to discover the sounds and stories of the viola da Terra.

Explore Rafael Carvalho’s discography, from early releases like Origens (2012) and Paralelo 38 (2014) to later works such as Cordas do Mundo (2021) and Viola Micaelense – Ecos dos Mestres (2023) and Duas Violas, Uma Tradição (2023). His 2025 releases and festival appearances reflect a dynamic career rooted in Azorean culture and global collaboration. Follow Rafael for updates on performances, masterclasses, and future projects across the Azores and beyond.

Social links: YouTube — youtube.com/@carvalhorafa1980 | Bandcamp — rafaelcarvalho.bandcamp.com.