From Seville to the Algarve – A Latin Summer Night at the Songbird Amphitheater

On the first evening of August, I am delighted to welcome back the wonderful Spanish singer Marta Santamaría from Seville, together with the exceptional Fernando Tavares Jazz Trio, for another unforgettable summer concert at the Songbird Amphitheater.

Marta’s warm, expressive voice effortlessly travels between jazz, samba, salsa, flamenco, bossa nova, and the colourful musical traditions of Latin America. Accompanied by the elegant musicianship of Fernando Tavares and his trio, every performance becomes a vibrant conversation between cultures, rhythms, and emotions.

As the evening unfolds, the Songbird Amphitheater once again becomes much more than an outdoor concert venue. Nestled among the rolling hills near Querença, surrounded by nature and birdsong, it offers an intimate space where music and landscape seem to become one.

As the sun slowly descends behind the majestic limestone plateau of Rocha da Pena—often called the “Table Mountain of the Algarve”—we pause for our traditional sunset intermission on the Terraço do Barco rooftop. With a glass of wine in hand, panoramic views stretching across the Algarve countryside, and good conversation among friends, this moment has become one of the most cherished traditions of our concert evenings.

As twilight settles over the hills, the musicians return for the second half, filling the amphitheater with the warmth, colour, and infectious rhythms of Latin music until the evening gently draws to a close around 10:00 PM.

The Evening 6:00 PM – Doors open

7:00 PM – First concert set

8:00 PM – Sunset intermission on the Terraço do Barco

8:30 PM – Second concert set

Around 10:00 PM – Concert concludes

Practical Information As always, our concerts are potluck-style gatherings. Please bring a small dish to share and/or something to drink. Sharing food, conversation, and music has become one of the beautiful traditions of the Songbird Amphitheater.

Contribution: €20 per person (cash at the entrance)

Your contribution includes:

• Live concert by Marta Santamaría & the Fernando Tavares Jazz Trio

• Wine, water & light nibbles

• Access to the Songbird Amphitheater and the Terraço do Barco rooftop

• An unforgettable evening of music, friendship, nature, and community

Advance reservation is recommended, as seating is limited.

I look forward to welcoming you for another magical evening at the Songbird Amphitheater.

Warm regards,

Ralph Birdsong

Founder & Host

Songbird Amphitheater Algarve

“Every concert at the Songbird Amphitheater is more than a performance. It is an invitation to experience music in harmony with nature, sunset, friendship, and the timeless beauty of the Algarve.”