"One foot in tradition and the other in artistic invention"
Julio Calasso
The Project
With an original repertoire of traditional Brazilian and Latin songs, from acoustic to electronic, Projeto Sondilá moves freely between genres and musical formations.
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Sondilá Banda, led by Diego Calasso, offers an immersive musical experience that explores the diverse rhythms and profound reflections present in their original songs. With strong influences from Afro-Brazilian rhythms, Afro beat, blues, and other rhythms with African roots and from the indigenous peoples of the Americas, the band creates a unique and engaging sound. This fusion of styles provides danceable music that, at the same time, invites the audience to reflect on life issues in a broad and comprehensive way.
The band's lineup is flexible, ranging from a quartet to a full ensemble of eight musicians. The instruments that make up the sound base include drums, bass, guitar, piano, percussion, saxophone, and vocals, all plugged in and ready to provide an impactful and engaging live performance.
Sondilá Banda
Sondilá Batucada
Sondilá Batucada is a vibrant expression of the Sondilá Project, dedicated to celebrating and spreading the rhythmic richness of Brazilian music. This specialized group delves into the musical traditions of Brazil, interpreting a variety of rhythms such as samba, maracatu, samba reggae, funk, ijexá, among others. With this diversity, Sondilá Batucada engages the audience in an infectious, festive and welcoming atmosphere, making each performance a true celebration of Brazilian culture.
One of Sondilá Batucada's trademarks is its incredible adaptability. The group has the ability to transform any environment into a stage, be it on the streets, squares or other alternative spaces, bringing the pulsating energy and joy of Brazilian music to every place it goes. This flexibility and direct connection with the audience make Sondilá Batucada's performances unique and unforgettable experiences, which capture the spontaneity of popular manifestations and the spirit of celebration that is born and spreads among the people.
Sondilá Eletrocumbia
Sondilá Eletrocumbia is a musical project that stands out for its creative fusion of electronic music, cumbia and various Latin rhythms. With a repertoire that combines original songs by Diego Calasso and Esteban Hetsch with cover versions, the group brings with it the vast experience that its members have accumulated in musical and circus projects over the years.
Sondilá Eletrocumbia's lineup is flexible, ranging from 3 to 6 members, which allows the group to adapt to different environments and occasions. The band's unique and vibrant sound is created by the harmony between the accordion, saxophone, bass, guitar, and electronic and acoustic percussion. Their catchy melodies, combined with the contagious energy of their performances, aim to transform each event into an unforgettable party. Sondilá Eletrocumbia's engaging and danceable sound makes each performance a vibrant celebration of Latin and electronic music, inviting the audience to have fun and celebrate together.
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Sondilá Fanfarra
The Sondilá Fanfarra is a musical expression of the Sondilá Project that stands out for its dynamic fusion of percussion and wind instruments. This combination creates a unique sound that blends original songs with well-known melodies, resulting in performances that are both innovative and familiar to the audience.
With this versatility, the Sondilá Fanfarra adapts perfectly to any type of space or stage, from large events to more intimate performances, whether indoors or outdoors.