Bio
Formed in 2005 in Portland, Oregon, Rio Con Brio has established itself as one of the Northwest’s premiere performers of choro, the early 20th century street music of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Influenced by Afro-Brazilian rhythms and the café music of Italy, France, and Portugal, choro is both exotic and familiar, evoking in turn the carnival of Rio and the cafes of Paris.
Performing on acoustic mandolin and guitar with virtuosity and passion, Rio Con Brio plays music that is festive, beautiful, and perfect for every setting, from wineries and weddings to concert stages and corporate events.
Concert Stages and Events
- Wintergrass, the Northwest’s premiere bluegrass festival, Bellevue, WA
- Mandolin Symposium at UCSC. Shared the stage with David Grisman, Mike Marshall, and America’s best mandolinists.
- Portland Center for the Performing Arts, Arlene Schnitzer Hall, Portland, OR
- Oregon Arts Summit
- Willamette Shakespeare
- Gorge Music Series
Corporate Clients
Winery Events
- Adelsheim Vineyard 40th Anniversary Celebration
- Ponzi Vineyards Summer Concert Series
- Domaine Serene Winery Golden Eagle Dinner
- Argyle Winery Thanksgiving Weekend Open House
- Cana’s Feast Winery Southern Mediterranean Festival
Weddings
“Thank you for being such an important part of our celebration—your music made the ceremony and reception unforgettable.”
Alexandra Brown bride
“Waltzing down the aisle with my father to your music is something I will never forget.”
Annie Wrathall bride
What people are saying
“Rio Con Brio is my favorite band for events and for listening. They are very professional and extremely talented. It is always a pleasure to have them at Domaine Serene.”
Michele Boyer, Marketing and PR Manager, Domaine Serene Winery
“Rio Con Brio is our first choice for live music and special events.”
Nathalie Quick, Tasting Room Manager, Adelsheim Vineyard
“Thanks so much for sharing your talent with us. I am still getting emails from people who came to the concert telling me how much they enjoyed the concert and how often they play your CDs.”
Denise McCravey, Artistic Director, Gorge Concert Series
“You guys really hit a home run with that Vignettes CD. A terrific display of your awesome musicianship. Bravo Rio Con Brio!”
Don Stiernberg, America’s premiere jazz mandolinist
