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Plínio Fernandes

Plínio Fernandes

Plínio Fernandes
Music Network presents rising star of the international music scene Plínio Fernandes.

Plínio Fernandes guitar

Born and raised in São Paulo, Plínio blends the tradition of classical guitar with the rich, rhythmic vibrancy of Brazilian folk music. Known for his mesmerising performances and versatility, his playing ranges from the delicate works of Bach to the exuberance of Brazilian melodies, delivering each with heart and expressive brilliance.

An exclusive Decca Gold recording artist, Plínio’s debut album Saudade topped the Billboard Traditional Classical Albums Chart and he is a regular collaborator with highly acclaimed artists such as Lang Lang and Sheku Kanneh-Mason. He has performed in concert halls around the world, including renowned venues such as London’s Royal Albert Hall and Radio City Music Hall in New York, and made his BBC Proms debut in 2024.

Join us for an enthralling performance by this exceptionally talented artist this April.

About the artist

Music Network presents the remarkable guitarist Plínio Fernandes in April. Born and raised in São Paulo, Fernandes fuses the tradition of classical guitar with Brazilian folk music. He is undoubtedly a rising star on the international scene and is a regular collaborator of such renowned artists as Lang Lang and Sheku Kanneh-Mason. August 2024 saw Fernandes make his BBC Proms debut and also appear for the first time at the prestigious Lucerne Festival. An artist whose performances are full of heart and wide-ranging expression, his versatility is evident from his sensitive delivery of works by Bach to his exuberant playing of the vibrant music of Brazil. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear such extraordinary talent.

An exclusive Decca Gold recording artist, Plínio Fernandes released his debut album Saudade in 2022, which hit Number One on the Billboard Traditional Classical Albums Chart. His second album in the recording partnership Bacheando explores Bach’s influence on Brazilian music and was released in September 2023.

The 2023/2024 season saw Plínio embark on a five-date duo recital tour of the UK with cellist Sheku Kanneh-Mason, which included a sold-out performance at London’s Wigmore Hall. In addition to regular collaborations with Sheku, Plínio performs frequently with pianist Lang Lang, including at his 2022 Royal Albert Hall concert which features on the Disney + channel.

Having performed in sold-out concert halls around the world, including renowned venues such as London’s Royal Albert Hall and Radio City Music Hall in New York, Plínio has also given solo recitals and masterclasses in various locations, including Hong Kong, Portugal (for the MIMO festival in Porto), and throughout South America.

Plínio was named on Forbes Brazil’s ‘Under 30’ list, was selected as a Rising Star by Classic FM, and recently received the Revelação Award at the 30th Annual Prêmio da Música Brasileira. A passionate advocate for music education, Plínio was invited to join London Music Masters as an ambassador, and is involved with performing, teaching and guiding young musicians in schools.

Heitor Villa-Lobos

Bachianas Brasileiras No. 4
i. Prelúdio


Johann Sebastian Bach

Prelude, Fugue and Allegro in E-flat Major, BWV 998


Heitor Villa-Lobos

Five Preludes


Violeta Parra

Gracias a la vida


Ary Barroso

Aquarela do Brasil


Manuel de Falla

Homenaje pour “Le Tombeau de Claude Debussy”


Leo Brouwer

Sonata No. 1

Bachianinha No. 2 / Araponga – J.S. Bach (Arr. for Guitar by Sérgio Assad)
Assanhado – João Bittencourt (Arr. for Guitar by Sérgio Assad)