Amalia Rodrigues

July 23rd – Amalia Rodrigues’ birthday.  In 2014 there is 94 years since she was born.


Amalia Rodrigues – a gifted singer & actress of Portuguese descent.
In Fado genre her many efforts were invested and much time spent.
Amalia was charismatic and determined to pursue her music dream,
For which she had a lot of confidence and heightened self-esteem.

Rodrigues’ known for artistry, intelligence, execution and intuition.
She felt contempt at every stage of her career, making own decision.
Amalia connected & interacted with audience, inviting them to join.
Interpretation of original songs and improvisation she would employ.

Amalia’s dramatic & vocal talent charged with emotion and sensuality,
Along with temper, drive, creativity and passion led her to popularity.
“Queen of Portuguese Fado” reflected music with depth, love, care.
She was successful, supported in each artistic experiment, endeavor.

July 23rd – birthday of Ms. Amalia Rodrigues, enchanting performer.
She’s remembered as Fado genre gifted and masterful transformer.
To many artists following her legacy she served as true inspiration,
Having remained forever a national icon & international sensation.


Copyright©2014 Mila Alper


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