The Cuban musician Gonzalo Rubalcaba will be in Sao Paulo for a single concert

The Cuban musician Gonzalo Rubalcaba comes to Sao Paulo for a single solo piano concert at Teatro Alfa, as part of the 3rd Mostra Tom Jobim Emesp.

Gonzalo has been nominated 14 times for a Grammy and won four of them. His power of improvisation at the piano is amazing. Currently he fights to approach the classical music to jazz.

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What: Gonzalo Rubalcaba Concert
Where: Teatro Alfa - Rua Bento Branco de Andrade Filho, 722
When: November 16th
Price: Not available yet
Phone: +55 (11) 5693-4000
Website: www.g-rubalcaba.com/

The Sinfonia Rotterdam Orchestra comes to Brazil and starts its performances in Sao Paulo

Considered one of the best orchestras in the Netherlands, Sinfonia Rotterdam will perform on October 23 at 12h30 at the MASP in São Paulo. The orchestra will also be performing in other cities. Check it out:

• October 26th - Angra dos Reis;
• October 27th - São Jose dos Campos;
• October 28th - Bragança Paulista;
• October 30th and 31st - Vitória;
• November 3rd - Guarulhos

Sinfonia Rotterdam
Founded in 2000, the Sinfonia Rotterdam comes from Netherlands to Brazil represented by 21 musicians. The conductor is the South-African Conrad Van Alphen. He succeeds combining creativity, playfulness and discipline. Check out the video:

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What: Sinfonia Rotterdam
Where: MASP Av. Paulista, 1578
When: Tuesday 23 October 2012, at 12h30 pm
Price: For free (limited tickets. Try to arrive an hour in advance)
Phone: +55 (11) 3251 5644
Website: masp.art.br/

Bob Dylan will be in Sao Paulo very soon. Check it out!

Bob Dylan

Bob Dylan announced today that will come to Brazil in April. The musician will offer six concerts, through Sao Paulo (April 21 and 22), Rio de Janeiro (April 15), Belo Horizonte (April 19) Brasilia (April 17) and Porto Alegre (April 24).

The pre-sale to Rio and Sao Paulo begin on February 27, for customers of specific credit card brands. For the two capitals, the general sale starts on March 5. For other cities, the entries will be available to the public on February 27. Prices were not disclosed.

Concerts
Rio de Janeiro - Citibank Hall - April 15
Brasília - Ginásio Nilson Nelson - April 17
Belo Horizonte - Chevrolet Hall - April 19
São Paulo - Credicard Hall - April 21 and 22
Porto Alegre - Pepsi On Stage - April 24

Madonna is coming to Brazil in November 2012

The new album "MDNA" has not even came out and Madonna declared that will come to Brazil. According to the newspaper Destak, the pop star will be here in November and Sao Paulo is certainly, one of her destinations (dates and locations will be determined soon).

The trip is part of the South American tour promoting the new CD. The tour also includes concerts in Buenos Aires (Argentina), Santiago (Chile) and Lima (Peru).

Madonna came to Brazil in December 2008 (when she met Jesus), during the world tour "Sticky and Sweet". 

Mayer Hawthorne Concert at Cine Joia: February 2nd

With a retro look and songs with strong references to R&B, the American Mayer Hawthorne is back to Sao Paulo for a concert at the Cine Joia. The tour releases the new album that has Snoop Dogg as a partner in one of his songs.

Hawthorne performed in Brazil on January 2011, opening the concert of Janelle Monae and Amy Winehouse in Brazil, it seems that the show has everything to be a success! Check out this funny  announcement video of the How Do You Do World Tour.

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What: Mayer Hawthorne Concert
Where: Cine Joia, Praça Carlos Gomes, 82
When: February 2nd at 11 pm
Price: R$ 120
Website: http://cinejoia.tv/

K-pop arrives in Brazil for the first time

Twelve young Koreans arrived silent in the room of a hotel in Sao Paulo. No big deal if they were not stars across the world, landed for the first time in Brazil.

The singers and performers of the bands: Beast, the singer 4Minute G.na came to represent the K-pop in Latin America, a musical style with great reference in the western pop mega produced, but with a different twist in the lyrics.

This Korean Pop is a strong success in this Asian country, mixing R&B and hip hop dance beats, as evidenced by sophisticated choreography, registered in viral video clips on the internet.
[source: estadão]

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What: Best , 4Minute and G.na
Where: Espaço das Américas
When: December 13th, at 7pm
Tickets: ingressorapido.com.br

Aerosmith's Steve Tyler performs in Sao Paulo during a heavy rain after his shower fall in Paraguay

Alex Almeida/UOL

The single concert of Aerosmith in Sao Paulo was at Arena Anhembi, under a heavy rain. Steven Tyler and his band, is in Latin America with the tour "Back On The Road Tour".

The rain was not a problem for the members of Aerosmith and the approximately 32 000 people that attended the show held last Sunday evening (October 30th).

Steven Tyler jumped and sang during 2 hours wearing the same clothes, played drummer, danced with an inflatable doll on stage by the fans during a bloody heavy rian and did not let the bruises - from the injuries he was left with after the accident in Paraguay - to take away his energy.

[source: uol]

Related link: Concert of Aerosmith in Sao Paulo will be at Arena Anhembi on October 30th

Concert of Aerosmith in Sao Paulo will be at Arena Anhembi on October 30th

Aerosmith will be at Arena Anhembi on October 30th in São Paulo. The quintet led by Steven Tyler and Joe Perry promises a mega concert to an estimated 35 thousand people. Tickets are now on sale.

In a single presentation in Brazil, the tour also passed through several countries in Latin America and Japan, mixing classic blues rock of the 70s and songs of their latest albums.

Aerosmith is the American rock band that sold over 150 million albums worldwide. The band has already released 14 albums, plus four Grammy Awards and a spot at the Rock'n Roll Walk of Fame since 2001.

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What: Aerosmith Concert
Where: Arena Anhembi
When: October 30th, at 8 pm.
Price: R$ 110 to R$ 500
Website: www.aerosmith.com/

Eric Clapton brings his exceptional band to Sao Paulo. October 12th

[photo: jun sato]

The Guitar God, Eric Clapton will be in Sao Paulo on October 12th at Morumbi Stadium. For the concert, Clapton has assembled a unique band, which brings together some of his key partners: Steve Gadd on drums, Willie Weeks on bass, Chris Stanton on keyboards, and Michelle John and Sharon White on backing vocals.

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What: Erci Clapton Concert
Where: Estádio do Morumbi
When: October 12, at 9 pm. Gates open at 4 pm.
Price: from R$ 140 to R$ 650
Website: www.livepass.com.br/

Katy Perry will be on the stage this weekend in Sao Paulo. September 25

The singer plays two concerts in Brazil. On friday Katy opens the Rock in Rio, together with Rihanna and Elton John, and two days later, she will be on the stage in Sao Paulo for The California Dreams Tour 2011, at Chácara do Jockey.

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What: Katy Perry Concert
Where: Chácara do Jockey
When: September 25, at 8 pm. The gates open at 5 pm.
Price: from R$ 200 to R$ 450
Phone: +55 (11) 3144-9999
Website: www.livepass.com.br

Rihanna will be on the stage this weekend in Sao Paulo - September 17

This weekend (September 17), Rihanna will be on the stage for her concert of the album Loud. The tickets still on sale. Check it out!

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What: Rihanna concert
Where: Anhembi - Av. Olavo Fontoura, Gate 26
When: September 17th, at 9h30 pm
Price: R$ 120 to R$ 300
Website: www.zetks.com/

Ben Harper will be in Sao Paulo on December 9th

The Californian singer Ben Harper comes to Brazil in December for six presentations of his world tour "Give Til It's Gone": Porto Alegre (December 3), Florianópolis (December 4), Belo Horizonte (December 6), Brasilia (December 7), São Paulo (December 9, at Via Funchal) and Rio de Janeiro (December 10).

The ticket sales for the concert in Sao Paulo will start on September 16.

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What: Ben Harper Concert
Where: Via Funchal - Rua Funchal 65, São Paulo
When: December 9, at 10 pm
Price: Premium R$ 350; Track R$ 180; Mezzanine R$ 240; VIP R$ 350.
Phone: +55 (11) 3846-2300
Website: www.viafunchal.com.br

One more day of Justin Bieber in Sao Paulo!

Justin Bieber will be one more day in São Paulo on the Z Festival. The singer will have a new concert in October 9th. According to the organizers, the brand new day will repeat the previous concert of October 8, with attractions such as Cobra Starship, The Wanted and Cine.

Tickets go on sale on September 4 at Livepass website. There are still tickets available for the first day (October 8th) of the Z Festival. Bieber is in Brazil bringing his My World tour.

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When: October 8 and 9 pm, at 2pm
Where: Morumbi Stadium
How much: from R$ 70 to R$ 460 (starts on August 26)
Tickets: box office at Morumbi, or 
Phone: +55 11 4003-1527 , or 
Website: www.livepass.com.br

Related link: Justin Bieber will be in Sao Paulo on October 8th, 2011. Ticket price ranges from R$ 70 to R$ 460

The VIP tickets for the Britney Spears concert in São Paulo are sold out. There are still tickets on sale

The singer will perform in Sao Paulo on November 18. The premium tickets started to be sold at midnight this Monday August 29th. But no worries, Britney fans can still purchase tickets to the track, which cost R$ 225.

She also performs in Rio de Janeiro, on November 15, at the Praça da Apoteose.

Britney Spears is bringing the tour her latest album: Femme Fatale. Hits of her career should also be included on the concert. Her last visit to Brazil was in 2001.

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What: Britmey Spears Concert
Where: Anhembi
When: November 18
Price: R$ 225
Website: http://premier.ticketsforfun.com.br/shows/show.aspx?sh=BRITNEY11

Bad Religion in Sao Paulo on October 13

Bad Religion

The punk rock group Bad Religion performs at Via Funchal (west region of São Paulo) on October 13.

Ticket prices range from R$ 140 to R$ 200. It's possible to buy tickets via www.viafunchal.com.br. The group of Los Angeles (USA) was formed in 1980 and their references come from Ramones, Clash, Beach Boys and Elvis Costello. They bring in the repertoire hits like American Jesus, Infected and Los Angelesis Burning.

Bad religion brings the tour "The Dissent Of Man" to Sao Paulo on October 13; Brasilia on October 14 and Rio on October 15.

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What: Bad Religion
Where: Via Funchal - Rua Funchal 65 Sao Paulo
When: October 13th, at 10 pm.
Price: R$ 140 to 200
Website: www.viafunchal.com.br
Official website: www.badreligion.com/

Bad Religion - "Wrong Way Kids" from Bad Religion on Vimeo.

Another concert of Pearl Jam in Sao Paulo was announced (November 3rd)

The Pearl Jam will have a second presentation in São Paulo. Besides the concert set on November 4 (sold out), the band led by Eddie Vedder will be also on stage on November 3rd.

Sales begin on August 25th.

The band comes to Brazil bringing a concert to celebrate the 20-year career.

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Where: Estadio do Morumbi
When: November 3rd and 4th (sold out). Sales begin on August 25th.
Price: From R$ 190 to R$ 380. Half-price for students.
Website: www.ticketsforfun.com.br/

Related link: Pearl Jam comes to Brazil in November and begins its tour in Sao Paulo

Justin Bieber will be in Sao Paulo on October 8th, 2011. Ticket price ranges from R$ 70 to R$ 460

The Canadian singer Justin Bieber will be in Brazil for three concerts in October.

Bieber began his Brazilian tour in Rio de Janeiro (Engenhão Stadium) on October 5. Then comes to São Paulo (Morumbi Stadium) on the October 8 and ends in Porto Alegre (Beira Rio Stadium) on October 10.

In São Paulo, the presentations are part of the Z Festival and will also have attractions such as Cobra Starship, The Wanted and Cine.

Tickets for the concerts go on sale in Sao Paulo on August 26, in Rio de Janeiro on 30 and Porto Alegre on September 1.

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Justin Bieber in Rio de Janeiro
When: October 5, at 2pm
Where: Olympic Stadium João Havelange (Engenhão)
How much: from R$ 115 to R$ 490 (starts on August 30)
Tickets: box office at Engenhão, or
Phone: +55 11 4003-1527 , or
Website: www.livepass.com.br

Justin Bieber in São Paulo
When: October 8, at 2pm
Where: Morumbi Stadium
How much: from R$ 70 to R$ 460 (starts on August 26)
Tickets: box office at Morumbi, or 
Phone: +55 11 4003-1527 , or 
Website: www.livepass.com.br

Justin Bieber in Porto Alegre
When: October 10, at 3pm
Where: Beira Rio Stadium
How much: from R$ 130 to R$ 400 (starts on September 1st)
Tickets: box office at Beira Rio, or
Phone: +55 11 4003-1527 , or
Website: www.livepass.com.br

[source: musica.uol]

Pearl Jam comes to Brazil in November and begins its tour in Sao Paulo

Pearl Jam will perform in Sao Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, Curitiba and Porto Alegre in November. The band performed in Brazil for the first time in 2005.

The American grunge band comes first to São Paulo, with a concert on November 4th at the Estadio do Morumbi. Rio comes next, on November 6th, at the Praça da Apoteose. Curitiba, will be on November 9th, at the Paraná Clube Stadium and on November 11th, at Estádio Zequinha in Porto Alegre.

Tickets go on sale on August 1st through the Tickets For Fun website (prices vary from state to state).

Pearl Jam is on a world tour in celebration of their 20 year career. The group is also preparing a documentary about their story. They are also launching a two-disc live compilation to celebrate the date. During the tour, the lead singer, Eddie Vedder, will be promoting his solo album, entitled Ukulele Songs.

Related link: Another concert of Pearl Jam in Sao Paulo was announced (November 3rd)

Limp Bizkit confirms concert in São Paulo: July 26

The band Limp Bizkit has confirmed via its official website two concerts in Brazil in July. Last October, the group canceled presentations in Sao Paulo and Belo Horizonte. According to them, the singer Fred Durst was sick.

The tour is to promote the new album Gold Cobra, which remarks the meeting of the original members, including the acclaimed and always weirdo guitarist Wes Borland.

On July 23, the band performs at Fundição Progresso, in Rio de Janeiro. In Sao Paulo, fans can see Limp Bizkit at Via Funchal, on July 26. Following the recent trend of international shows in the country, the bleachers will be divided into two sectors: normal and VIP. Check out the prices.

Prices
Where: São Paulo
When: July 26
Ground: R$ 140
Mezzanine: R$ 180
Cabin: R$ 300
Premium: R$ 300
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Where: Rio de Janeiro
When: July 23
Ground: R$ 160
Premium: R$ 300

The BMW Jazz Festival in Sao Paulo

The BMW Jazz Festival in Sao Paulo is close. The four main attractions of the event - Sharon Jones & The Dap Kings, Wayne Shorter, Joshua Redman and Marcus Miller - will perform in Sao Paulo between 10 and 12 June at the Ibirapuera Auditorium.

Tickets cost R$ 100 and go on sale on Tuesday (10), from 11am on the site www.ticketsforfun.com.br by telephone at 4003-5588 and the Ibirapuera Auditorium box office.

The saxophonist Wayne Shorter and singer Sharon Jones, along with her ​​band The Dap Kings, are the main attractions of the event, which will also feature a tribute to Miles Davis performed by the composer and bassist Marcus Miller. The BMW Jazz Festival also holds workshops and free programming at the external area of the Ibirapuera Auditorium.

Day 10/06 (Friday), from 21h:

• Billy Harper Quintet
• Joshua Redman Trio
• Wayne Shorter Quartet

Day 11/06 (Saturday), from 21h:

• Zion Harmonizers
• Letieres Leite & Orkestra Rumpilezz
• Sharon Jones & The Dap-Kings

Day 12/06 (Sunday), from 21h:

• Tord Gustavsen Trio
• Renaud Garcia-Fons
• Marcus Miller - Tutu Revisited

Concerts in the park and external audience of Ibirapuera Auditorium (free admission on June 12th Sunday):
10 am - Funk Off Brass Band Parade
5h30 pm - Sharon Jones & The Dap-Kings
7 pm - Outdoor Cinema BMW: presentation of the film "Jazz on a Summer's Day"

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What: BMW Jazz Festival

Where: Auditorio Ibirapuera

When: June 10 to 12

Price: R$ 100

Phone: 0800 707 3578 (call made from Brazil)

Website: www.bmw.com.br 

Tickets: www.ticketsforfun.com.br