Rio Con Brio performs an afternoon of music at the International Pinot Noir Celebration at Linfield College in McMinnville, OR
Rio Con Brio captivates audiences around the country with their intimate performance of the beautiful and esoteric Brazilian repertoire known as choro, the early 20th Century street music of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Influenced by equal parts Afro-Brazilian rhythms and the contemporary cafe music of Italy, France, Spain and Portugal, choro is both exotic and familiar, evoking in turn the carnival of Rio and the cafes of Paris.
Guitarist Mike Burdette and mandolinist Tim Connell exhibit finesse and passion in their playing, while displaying a sincere love of the choro repertoire and connection to their audience. An evening with Rio Con Brio is a delightful tour of European and New World music as experienced by the mandolin and guitar and as told by two soulful, intelligent, modern musicians – a beautiful intersection of Brazilian rhythm, classical technique and jazz improvisation.
CONCERT STAGES AND EVENTS
CORPORATE CLIENTS
WINERY EVENTS
WEDDINGS
Rio Con Brio provides the perfect live music for all types of wedding, from the pastoral, classical or custom ceremony music to the light but festive cocktail hour music, expanding to full dance band for the reception.
“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
Rio Con Brio performs an afternoon of music at the International Pinot Noir Celebration at Linfield College in McMinnville, OR
Rio Con Brio is excited to return to the Walters Cultural Arts Center as part of Dia do Choro, an annual celebration of Brazilian music and the birthday of the great composer Pixinguinha.
Tim and I play music for Thanksgiving Weekend in Wine Country at beautiful Elizabeth Chambers Cellar. Come on out and have a glass of pinot noir with us!
Tim and I play music for Thanksgiving Weekend in Wine Country at beautiful Elizabeth Chambers Cellar. Come on out and have a glass of pinot noir with us!
Rio Con Brio (and often members of Stumptown Swing) play during the Wine Hour at the beautiful Hotel Monaco in downtown Portland.
Tim and I play music as a trio at Tualatin Library from 2-3 PM, no cover
We are happy to once again get to play music for Oregon Pinot Camp at Anne Amie Vineyards.
Tim and I play music for the afternoon at beautiful Rain Dance Vineyards.
Rio Con Brio returns for a concert at The BoatShop in Gig Harbor, WA. Details and more info at gigharborboatshop.org
Tim and I sit in for a few tunes during a house concert by The Wiesenekkers, a terrific mandolin-guitar family band from Holland. Tix and reservations at abbiew@froggie.com
Rio Con Brio is happy to perform at Dia do Choro, the annual festival of Brazilian music celebrating the birthday of one of Brazil's great composers, Pixinguinha. Tix at https://choropdx2019.brownpapertickets.com/
Tim and Mike will perform a concert of Rio Con Brio and Stumptown Swing songs, as well as other favorites from around the world.
Rio Con Brio plays music (and enjoys the beautiful ambience and delicious wine) at Elizabeth Chambers Cellar during Thanksgiving Weekend in Wine Country.
Rio Con Brio plays music (and enjoys the beautiful ambience and delicious wine) at Elizabeth Chambers Cellar during Thanksgiving Weekend in Wine Country.