BIO
MUSIC
// Origin: Washington DC
// Genres: Brazilian/African
// Years Active: 2013- Present
// Website: cissapaz.com
Short Bio
Cissa Paz’s new album, Curandeira, which means “healer,” represents a culmination of personal and musical growth for the acclaimed singer-songwriter. Paz has earned a reputation as a musical innovator in the DC area along with three Wammie nominations and a dedicated following.
Her style is a unique blend of regional Northeast Brazilian styles—including forró, samba, and maracatu—with a twist of jazz, funk, and soul. As a composer and performer, Paz has always been interested in creating something new, combining her musical passions and interests in a way that not only celebrates her Brazilian African-indigenous roots but builds on them as well.
IN CONCERT
NOTABLE PERFORMANCE HISTORY
08/2022
- Blues Alley - Washington DC
04/2022
- North Beach Bandshell - Miami, FL
08/2021
- Strathmore - Summer Concert Series
05/2019
- Strathmore - Music at the Mansion
03/2019
- Washington Performing Arts - Line Hotel DC
04/2018
- Montpelier Cultural Arts Center - Laurel, MD
04/2018
- Club Bonafide, NY
9/2017
- First Fridays at Bronx Museum, Bronx NY
9/2017
- Brazilian Folk Discoveries @ Library of Congress, Washington DC
09/2016
- Strathmore - Summer Outdoor Series
06/2016
- DC Jazz Festival - Yards Park Opening Night Featured Artist
08/2016
- Clube do Choro - Brasilia, Brazil
REPRESENTATION
Label: Independent | cissapaz@gmail.com
Management: Self
Booking: Nihal Horne | cissa.paz.booking@gmail.com
PR: The Phillips Agency | canada.arts@gmail.com