The View From Madeleine's Couch

As The View From Madeleine’s Couch head into their 13th year together, they remain one of Australia’s  finest world|jazz|fusion ensembles, their energy and passion for Brazilian music undiminished.  Their third c.d is in pre-production, and one of their songs has just been chosen for the soundtrack of a U.S. Indie film – 2009 is looking just as exciting as ’08!

The band’s sound is as seductive as ever; from the lush, lounge-vibe of classic bossa nova to pounding, percussive Carnaval style batucadas and sambas, and of course, the band’s vibrant, award-nominated original songs.  

Not just a touring, concert and festival band, TVFMC also offer the perfect package for a feel-good private or corporate event. With an extensive repertoire of latin-jazz, Brazilian dance grooves & sophisticated instrumentals, the group has your musical needs covered from pre-dinner cocktails to a post-dessert boogie!  The group’s sound is unique, and they are easily able to trim down from the quintet to a trio for smaller functions.

Invited to perform in Brazil, shows in Rio de Janeiro  @ Triboz & 

in Niteroi @ Sao Dom Dom

Supported Brazilian super-group OLODUM @ Concert Hall

Gold Coast Gypsy-Latin Passion Fiesta @ GCEC

Australian Export Awards @ BCEC

Performed for audiences in N.S.W & Qld including Mackay 

Festival of Arts, Portside Coffee & Chocolate Festival

Regular shows @ Brisbane Jazz Club, Queen St Mall,

Valley Mall,  Brisbane City Hall & The Press Club

“ Your band was the absolute best here…your music is brilliant. I can’t believe

you are not from Brazil!”

David Severton, Bellingen Global Carnival

“I love how you incorporate our culture, sound and soul… 

you are awesome!” Ana Oliveira, Olodum, Concert Hall.

“Mark Henman’s percussive fluidity is mesmerizing……the crowd is dancing with their eyes glued to the stage…” Greg Gottlieb, footprints music management (Valley Jazz Festival ’07).

“Anje thank you, and the whole band, for making our wedding so special. Everyone loved your music and you really helped make our day unforgettable”. Elisa & Michael

“You are like a real Brazilian bombshell…and your band is crazy good!!!

(translated!)Betho Ventura, Rio de Janeiro

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