Five performances across Madeira featuring About Escher
Throughout 2025, the chamber ensemble Legno Duo — violinist Joana Costa and marimba player Duarte Santos, both members of the Orquestra Clássica da Madeira — has been performing the work About Escher (for violin and marimba) by contemporary composer Mario Carro across the island of Madeira. This tour brought contemporary chamber music to a variety of cultural spaces, from historic chapels to renowned hotels.
Concert dates and venues in 2025:
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February 6 — Reid’s Palace Belmond Hotel
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May 24 — Capela da Fundação Princesa D. Maria Amélia
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October 23 — Hotel Royal Savoy
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November 26 — The Cliff Bay Hotel (PortoBay Classic Talents)
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November 28 — Vila Porto Mare Resort (PortoBay Classic Talents)
The final concert, held on November 28 at Vila Porto Mare Resort, formed part of the prestigious Ciclo PortoBay Classic Talents, a series dedicated to celebrating exceptional artists and innovative music-making.
Legno Duo stands out for its bold artistic identity — a unique blend of the marimba’s warmth and rhythmic depth with the violin’s expressive and lyrical character. Their performances explore new soundscapes where tradition and experimentation coexist, creating an immersive musical dialogue. Their repertoire includes works by Ney Rosauro, Mario Carro, Emmanuel Séjourné, and Astor Piazzolla, reflecting the duo’s vibrant energy, curiosity, and creative spirit.
With their strong commitment to contemporary repertoire and captivating stage presence, Legno Duo continues to offer audiences fresh and inspiring musical experiences.
