Lívia Mattos

Brazil

Lívia Mattos

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Lívia Mattos 🇧🇷

Lívia Mattos, a vibrant and unorthodox accordion frontwoman, hails from Salvador-Bahia in the northeast of Brazil. With years of experience as a guest accordionist with globally renowned artists such as Rosa Passos, Badi Assad, Chico Cesar, and the Symphonic Orchestra of Bahia, she released her first album as a songwriter in 2017. Vinha da Ida, an album with edgy arrangements and inventive lyrics, received critical acclaim for its fusion of Brazilian roots and world rhythms. In 2022, Lívia released her second album, APNEIA, a hybrid of songs and instrumental pieces, which included the award-winning single of the same name. Beyond her music career, Lívia is a charismatic frontwoman who seamlessly transitions into other forms of art, including dance, video, theatre, and circus. Currently, she is directing a documentary on the tradition of circus music in Brazil, based on narratives by circus veterans. Lívia’s captivating performances transform the weight of the accordion into lightness, displaying her vibrant power and stage presence. With her power trio, composed of accordion/voice, tuba, and drums, Lívia’s music is a fusion of originality and experimentation, showcasing her instrumental and compositional prowess.