![]() However, there is no record of Fado until the 19th century, and it only became known in the old neighborhoods of Lisbon.įado is not a tight musical genre, encompassing more than 140 different styles, being the originals: a capella, corrido and castiço. Initially, this musical style was sung in taverns and houses of prostitution, commonly known as ‘half-door’ houses. Perhaps it is this contrast that makes Fado so special. In contrast to this state of mind is the rhythm of the Portuguese guitar – only introduced later in the history of Fado – which transmits life, cheer and enthusiasm. In Latin, fado is “fatum”, that is, destiny and sings of life’s encounters and mismatches, using saudade, love, melancholy, and sadness as inspiration. Popular Portuguese song, usually performed by a vocalist (fado singer – fadista), accompanied by Portuguese guitar and classical guitar. The dictionary entry also adds a third definition, related to music:ģ. What has to happen, regardless of human will. Superior force believed to control all events.Ģ. ![]() According to the Priberam Dictionary of the Portuguese Language, “fado” refers to:ġ.
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