Luis Peixoto
Luís Peixoto is one of the most acclaimed Portuguese folk string players. After integrating and accompanying countless groups and artists, in 2017 he launched his solo career with “Assimetrico”, which brought him wide recognition.
Always looking for new musical paths, and continuing in his own name, 2021 is the year to give birth to “Geodesia", with an updated sound and focused mainly on the mandolin.
He has been awarded with international album awards such as “Best Original Composition” – “Jumping bits” (2011), “Best Folk Album of the Year” with “Assembly Point” (2011) and “Trim” (2014) by the XI and XIV Opinión awards.
Also to highlight the 1st prize at the Folkherbst Festival Malzhaus with “Anxo Lorenzo Trio” and the artist residency award at the 2010 international artist meeting in Budapest “Euromed Festival” where he formed a project with 4 other musicians of European nationalities and Mediterranean countries.