FR. PETER FERNANDES, SFX
It is said, “Most people die with their music still locked up inside them.” The Allegro Music Academy is all set to present a music concert ‘Crescendo’ to unleash that music.
The evening of music and dance fusion featuring amateur singers and youth, will be conducted by ex-director of Pilar Music Academy, maestro Fr. Peter Cardoso sfx, on February 27, 7 p.m. at Ravindra Bhavan AC auditorium, Margao.
The programme will consist of polyphonic choral singing and an orchestra. The choral group of 73 singers including teenagers will perform in classical, semi-classical, pop, rock, and Goan styles in different languages, while the live orchestra of 20 artistes will accompany the choral group and the dancers. The aim of this concert is also to provide amateurs a platform to showcase their talent.
Fr. Cardoso is a name synonymous with music, passion, and cultural preservation in Goa. A renowned composer, and skilled musician, he has been instrumental in blending Western classical music with Goan traditions, leaving an indelible mark on the music scene in Goa and beyond.
In fact, he is a custodian of Goan culture. One of his most significant contributions has been his work in popularising Goan folk and liturgical music. He has worked tirelessly to preserve the cultural richness of Goa, which had evolved over centuries due to Portuguese colonial rule, by integrating Western classical and liturgical styles with traditional Goan music. His blend of the sacred and the secular, his innovations in church music, and his commitment to preserving Goan traditions has made him a beloved figure.
Besides this, he is also known for his role in music education and has served as a mentor to several young musicians. Many of his students have gone on to become accomplished musicians in their own right, continuing to perpetuate the musical legacy.
