Portuguese Jazz with ALMO & Júlio Resende

Step into an enchanting evening of music at The Rectory as ALMO & Júlio Resende bring their unique blend of jazz, improvisation, and Portuguese soul to life. This memorable concert showcases the exceptional creativity of Júlio Resende, a pioneer of a unique new genre called “Fado-Jazz,” alongside the vocal talents of tenor Paulo Lapa, a finalist on The Voice Portugal, and baritone Tiago Matos.

In a perfect symbiosis between jazz, improvisation, and singing, the performance pays homage to the essence of Fado and the rich Portuguese Songbook, while transcending traditional boundaries. With their innovative sound and profound artistry, this trio crafts a distinctive musical experience that is both soulful and sophisticated. Immerse yourself in the beauty of Portuguese music reimagined. A delightful evening for lovers of jazz and cultural exploration alike! Sip on a port wine during the performance.

Concerts are presented at 5pm and 6:30pm. This event will take place at the Rectory inside the Atrium.

This is one of many programs being offered in the 2024-2025 season.

Please note: Seating will be assigned by the presenters.

Tickets are non-refundable.

Classical Movements has a small fund to offer limited discounted tickets to veterans, students, underprivileged families, and disabled concert-goers, with the generous support of John H. Hart. Please contact us for more information.

For ticket requests and wheelchair accessibility; please contact [email protected] or call (703) 683-6040, ext. 1005 for special accommodations.

Tickets and seating assignments will be communicated by email the day prior the concert. All seats have a clear view of the stage.

ALMO & Júlio Resende present a unique and innovative concept where the excellence of the creative and improvising ability of the pianist and composer Júlio Resende joins the interpretive talent of the singers (tenor) and (baritone). In a perfect symbiosis between jazz, improvisation and singing, together they seek a differentiating sound that lives up to the essence of Fado and Portuguese Songbook without being exclusively and intrinsically linked to jazz and lyrical aesthetics.

ALMO, which derives from the Latin “almus” (an adjective that poetically qualifies the one who cares; the one who creates; creator), names the “journey” that the two singers decided to take on a path of freedom in search of space to rediscover the soul of Fado and the Portuguese Songbook. And don’t go alone on this creative adventure. It is with the hands of the pianist Júlio Resende that they sing the essence of Portuguese music.

is a remarkable Portuguese pianist and composer. “What Júlio Resende does with Fado reminds me of what Keith Jarrett does with jazz standards.” says “El País” (Spain). He started playing the piano at age 4, considering it, right away, his “favourite toy”. Resende pioneers a unique and innovative musical genre called “Fado-Jazz”. He is one of the most internationally recognized Portuguese musicians, having published nine albums. His improvisation techniques are transversal to his aesthetics and articulate different musical genres, including Jazz, Fado, and Classical Music – he has a duet with the fabulous Maria João Pires and even Electronic Music.

About the Rectory

Built in 1785 and the home of Classical Movements’ offices since 2014, the building formerly served as the rectory of the nearby historic Christ Church, once the church of George Washington. Since then, it has been owned by several distinguished Virginians and has been a commercial space since the 1960’s.

Located in the heart of beautiful Old Town Alexandria at 711 Princess Street, the Rectory is minutes away from the shops and restaurants of bustling King Street and is easily accessible by bus and metro.

Classical Movements will provide more information about alternative forms of transportation to access The Rectory on Princess Street, 711 Princess St by email before the event. You can also go to https://www.alexandriava.gov/GOAlex for more information about available options. We encourage all patrons to park off-street through the provision of nearby garages or lots. Many parking garages and lots are located conveniently in the area. There is a parking garage at N. Alfred St Garage, 117 N. Alfred St, $5/hr ($25 daily max, $10 evening max) and a surface parking lot at Cameron/St Asaph Lot, 517 Cameron St, $2.50/hour ($10 daily max, $5 evening/weekend max). Visitors are encouraged to bike, walk or take the Metrorail Yellow or Blue lines to the King Street Station and take the free King Street Trolley, or DASH or Metro buses. For DASH schedule information visit, www.dashbus.com. For Metrobus schedule information, visit www.wmata.com. Bicyclists may visit www.alexandriava.gov/GOAlex for the City’s Bikeways Map, which features the City's best on-street and off-road bikeways, as well as locations of grouped bicycle parking.

We discourage you from using on-street parking. To ensure legal parking, read all posted signs before parking.

Limited off-street private parking is available on a first-come-first-served basis at the following locations:

Classical Movements, 711 Princess Street, Alexandria, VA 22314

Fitness Together Alexandria’s main entrance, 300 N Washington Street building, Alexandria, VA 22314

Seasons Culinary Services, 715 Princess Street, Alexandria, VA 22314

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

The Secret Garden at the Rectory, 711 Princess Street, Alexandria, United States