Bévinda

The Profile

Bévinda (Bévinda Ferriere) is a Franco‑Portuguese singer associated with fado. Born in Portugal and raised in France, she interprets fado with modern, Mediterranean, and Iberian hues. Her album Luz was released in 2005 by Le Chant du Monde.

Luz (Le Chant du Monde, 2005) blends fado with Spanish and Eastern-leaning colors. Featured musicians include Philippe de Sousa (classical, Portuguese guitar, cavaquinho), Mathias Duplessy (flamenco guitar, lute), and Philippe Foch (tabla, udu, cajón). Tracks cited: Estrada n° 4, Punta, Dorme Amorino.

A single DeBaser review presents Bévinda (Bévinda Ferriere) as a Franco‑Portuguese singer who renews fado with Mediterranean and Iberian colors. Luz (Le Chant du Monde, 2005) is praised for its graceful modernity, evocative travel-like moods, and dynamic range from vitality to melancholy. Standout moments include Estrada n° 4, Punta, and Dorme Amorino. Guitars and percussions play a central role, but her voice dominates throughout.