Dora Morelenbaum (BRAZIL) With the patronage of the Brazilian Embassy
Shōsei-en Rōfū-tei Reception Hall
¥5,700 ADULT ADV.
¥6,200 ADULT DOOR
¥3,200 STUDENT ADV.
¥3,700 STUDENT DOOR
Rising Brazilian singer-songwriter Dora Morelenbaum, a new voice carrying forward the traditions of Brazilian music, will make her Japan debut with a special performance at Rōfū-tei Reception Hall, set within the historic Japanese garden of Shōsei-en in Kyoto.
Born into a musical family—her father, cellist Jaques Morelenbaum, and her mother, jazz singer Paula Morelenbaum—Dora grew up surrounded by music. Both of her parents shared a long-standing creative relationship with Ryuichi Sakamoto, and this rich musical lineage quietly resonates within her own work.
Immersed in music-making from an early age, Dora draws on the traditions of bossa nova and MPB, while fluidly weaving in elements of classical, jazz, and post-Tropicália Brazilian sounds. The result is a delicate, contemporary musical world that balances nostalgia with experimentation. She is also known as a member of the Grammy Award-winning band Bala Desejo, and has gained international recognition for her intimate, crystalline vocals.
For this performance, she will appear as a duo with Rio de Janeiro-based guitarist and producer Guilherme Lirio, known for his collaborations with artists such as Ana Frango Elétrico and Nicolas Jaar.
Set against the gentle beauty of a spring garden, this performance offers a uniquely atmospheric experience where space and sound dissolve into one. A fitting finale to the festival, and a moment to be remembered.
アーティスト
Dora Morelenbaum
Latin Grammy Award Winner (as member of Bala Desejo, “SIM SIM SIM”, 2022)
Dora Morelenbaum is one of Rio’s most captivating singer-songwriters. As a member of the Latin Grammy-winning supergroup Bala Desejo, she has charmed audiences worldwide, bringing energy and joy to both dance floors and concert halls. Her solo work showcases her honeyed vocals and sophisticated compositions, earning comparisons to legendary MPB artists like Joyce Moreno.
In 2024, Dora released her debut solo album, “Pique,” which blends MPB, jazz, funk, soul, and disco. The album highlights her dynamic presence as a bandleader, curious composer, and expressive performer. Each track demonstrates her musical dexterity, combining playful production, intricate arrangements, and engaging performances from a talented ensemble that includes family members and Bala Desejo collaborators.
Guilherme Lirio
Guilherme Lirio is a Brazilian guitarist, singer, and songwriter known for his refined musicianship and versatile presence in Brazil’s contemporary music scene. Blending elements of MPB, rock, jazz, and experimental pop, he has built a reputation for sophisticated guitar work and expressive performances.
Throughout his career, Guilherme has collaborated with leading artists of the new Brazilian generation while also developing his own solo work, marked by inventive arrangements and a strong artistic identity. His projects highlight both technical precision and emotional depth, positioning him as one of the distinctive voices among today’s Brazilian guitarists.
Rōfū-tei Reception Hall is nestled within the Shōsei-en Garden of Higashi Hongan-ji Temple.
Shōsei-en is a garden belonging to Higashi Hongan-ji, situated on a detached temple precinct. In 1641 during the Edo period, the third shogun, Tokugawa Iemitsu, donated this land, and was designed with the style of Ishikawa Jozan in mind. The garden is filled with seasonal flowers, and its varied landscape is known as one of the "Thirteen Views." In 1936 (Showa 11), it was designated a National Place of Scenic Beauty as a Buddhist temple garden brimming with literary taste.
