Maria João Monteiro Grancha (born 27 June 1956) is a Portuguese jazz singer.[1] She is known for her vocal flexibility and improvisational skills. Although considered a jazz singer, she incorporates folk music, avant-garde, and electronica.
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Birth name | Maria João Monteiro Grancha |
Born | (1956-06-27) 27 June 1956 (age 66) Lisbon, Portugal |
Genres | Jazz, world, avant-garde, electronica |
Occupation(s) | Singer |
Years active | 1983–present |
Labels | Universal |
Website | mariajoao |
Her main musical partner is Portuguese pianist Mário Laginha. She has also worked with Aki Takase, Bobby McFerrin, David Linx, Dino Saluzzi, Gilberto Gil, Joe Zawinul, Kai Eckhardt, Lenine, Manu Katche, Ralph Towner, Trilok Gurtu, Wolfgang Muthspiel, and OGRE.
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