Choro Louco performs the enormously appealing Brazilian music genre known as choro. The band was formed in 2013 by a group of accomplished musicians who have all established themselves as virtuosos in other genres - ranging from classical music and jazz to Celtic, klezmer, and Middle Eastern music. The band was performing regularly pre-pandemic and is very excited to be returning to the Mayo Street stage. 

Choro originated in Brazil in the early 20th century. Its beautiful melodies, complex harmonies, and syncopated rhythms combine elements from many styles of music: European folk and classical; ragtime; jazz; Latin; and African music - creating a mix that is uniquely Brazilian and enchanting. Choro is experiencing a resurgence of popularity, both in Brazil and with bands throughout the world.

ARTIST BIOS

Carl Dimow (guitar, flute, bass flute) has toured and recorded with the Casco Bay Tummlers klezmer band for over thirty years. He also performs with his own jazz quartet and numerous other ensembles. His award-winning compositions have been performed on five continents. He taught at Colby College for over three decades.

Nicole Rabata (flute) is a virtuoso classical and Celtic flutist who has toured throughout Europe and the US to great acclaim. Current ensembles include the Bayside Trio and Fodhla. She is a member of the faculty at Colby College.

David Newsam (8-string guitar, mandolin) has taught jazz and classical guitar at Berklee College and the University of New Hampshire for thirty years. He is exceptionally versatile on guitar and mandolin and is in great demand as a soloist, sideman, and studio musician.

Eric LaPerna (pandeiro, bongos) is a master of hand percussion. He performs Middle Eastern music with Zapion, klezmer with the Casco Bay Tummlers, early music with the Da Ponte String Quartet, and jazz with Bedlam and Eunoia. He teaches at Bates and Bowdoin Colleges.

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Saturday, November 6 at 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Doors open at 6:30 PM; 90-minutes with an intermission

Tickets are available for $15 in advance, $18 at the door, and $22 for preferred seating

No one will be turned away for lack of funds; contact MSA at 207-879-4629 or info@mayostreetarts.org for information on our sliding scale admission policy.

COVID-19 POLICY

All patrons and staff attending events will need to show proof of full vaccination against COVID-19 (or negative test from within 48 hours) along with a matching photo ID. Children under 12 are exempt.

Audience members, staff, and volunteers will be asked to mask while not actively eating, or drinking.

Mayo Street Arts is committed to the safety of everyone at our events and will adhere to all Federal & Maine CDC guidelines on the day of the event. As we anticipate mid-season changes to our COVID-19 policy, please click here to visit our website and view the most current information.

CANCELLATION POLICY

Mayo Street Arts has a no refund policy for all reservations. In the event that MSA is forced to cancel an event due to weather, illness, etc., refunds will be offered via the Ticket Tailor platform.