Monchique is home to highly skilled musicians, particularly pianists and cellists, who aim to share their expertise with the local community and cultivate an appreciation for this genre of music, in collaboration with other artists from the Algarve.

For the Festival's opening, compositions by Monchique's own composers will be featured, an unusual occurrence in events of this kind.

In the inaugural edition in 2022, more than 1000 participants enjoyed the experience across three different locations in the village, providing a quality musical experience for residents and visitors alike.

There will also be an open-stage musical afternoon for anyone interested in participating, whether they are amateurs, students, or professionals. Participants can play any instrument, as long as they perform a classical piece. To sign up, simply send an SMS to (+351) 925 130 231 with your name, instrument type, and the title of the piece you will be performing.

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Concert Schedule:

November 3, 8:30 PM, Igreja Matriz de Monchique

Composers of Monchique: Svetlana Bakushina - piano and Seibas Gamboa - cello. Special guest: Michele Tomaz - Soprano

November 4, 4:00 PM, Igreja Matriz de Monchique

Piano Duo Concert: One Piano four hands.

Pianists: Jeferson Mello and Svetlana Bakushina

November 4, 4:00 PM, Igreja Matriz de Monchique

Viola and Piano Concert.

Elisabete Martins - Viola de Arco and Luís Conceição - Piano

December 1, 3:00 PM, Igreja Matriz de Monchique

Open-Stage Musical Afternoon Artists: All those interested, whether amateurs, students, or professionals, can perform on any instrument, as long as they present a classical piece.

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The organisation is provided by the Monchique Parish Council, with the support of the Municipality and the Parish. Artistic direction is in the hands of Svetlana Bakushina. Reservations (optional, for guaranteed seating) can be made via SMS to (+351) 925 130 231.