Art Loft Lisbon PRIVATE ART GALLERY

Classical Music Concert Dinner Events

presents

Maestro António Victorino d'Almeida

ART LOFT LISBON is thrilled, deeply honored and grateful to have this unique artist and extraordinary human being, the great MAESTRO, playing for our very lucky 40 guests.

A PRIVATE CONCERT followed by a full COMFORT DINNER in an unique and intimate artistic experience in our Private Art Gallery.

TICKETS INCLUDE: The Concert, portuguese wines and the always surprising comfort Dinner, as well as all the delicacies that await you upon arrival.

DOOR OPENS at 7 and CLOSES at 7:30 pm In respect to the musicians and to the public the bell is turned off. ART & CONCERT DINNER EVENTS are limited to 40 people​.

Valuate the musicians - Valuate the public!

Maestro Hans Swarowsky (1899-1975), ...reharseling my piece "Temas e Variações" Musikverein Golden Hall, Vienna 1951

Unmissable. Art Loft Lisbon presents an exclusive concert with Maestro António Vitorino d'Almeida on piano, an emblematic figure in Portuguese music and a master of improvisation, in celebration of his 80 year career.

Bernardo Azevedo Gomes, Lisbon Oct 2026

PROGRAMME

This is such a special concert that we wouldn't even dare to ask for the programme.

Being an enchanted soul, I believe we'll be totally stunned....More than ever, we've an artist that absolutely suits our art.

https://portugalmusic.co.uk/antonio-victorino-de-almeida Jan 2, 2026

c) Jornal Vivacidade, Gondomar

Concert "Improvisations about time"

Hommage to Maestro's 80 years carrer at Auditório Municipal de Gondomar, Oct 2026

Painted by two historical portuguese painters João Reis (1899-1982) and Júlio Pomar (1926-2018)

Tribute exhibition 80 YEARS CAREER at ACERVO Galeria Santa Maria Maior Lisbon, September 2026

A 7-year-old pianist who is a hopeful composer

Short BIO

Maestro António Victorino d'Almeida

António Victorino Goulartt de Medeiros e Almeida, born in Lisbon on May 21, 1940, is one of the most vibrant and complete personalities on the Portuguese cultural scene, combining the roles of composer, conductor, pianist, and writer. His artistic journey is not limited to musical performance or creation but extends to an almost visceral need to communicate art in all its facets.

From an early age, his presence in concert halls and on television screens transformed him into a household name, capable of blending the rigor of classical training with a captivating informality that breaks down the barriers between the stage and the audience. This duality has allowed him not only to be respected by his peers in classical music but also to be celebrated as a master of communication who uses the spoken word with the same precision with which he touches the piano keys.

His solid training in Vienna, Austria, where he lived for decades, granted him a cosmopolitan perspective reflected in the sophistication of his compositions, which span symphonies, operas, and chamber music. However, his restless spirit prevented him from being confined to the conservatory, leading him to explore cinema and literature as natural extensions of his creative thought.

Victorino de Almeida possesses the rare ability to transition between writing a dense novel and directing a surrealist film, always maintaining a personal signature marked by refined irony and a deep knowledge of human nature. This versatility makes him a contemporary example of a Renaissance man, for whom knowledge must not be stagnant, but rather a constant dialogue between different languages.

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As a pianist and conductor, his interpretation is guided by a sensitivity that prioritizes emotional expression without ever neglecting technical structure, revealing a profound understanding of both classical and contemporary repertoire. His work as a composer is vast and eclectic, demonstrating a capacity for renewal that keeps him relevant even after decades of an active career.

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In short, the trajectory of António Victorino de Almeida is a testament to creative freedom and a commitment to artistic excellence in every field he chooses to enter. His distinction with the Grand Cross of the Order of Prince Henry (GCIH) is merely a formal reflection of the immense gratitude the country owes him for his tireless work in cultural promotion.

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Portugal Music 2 January 2026

https://portugalmusic.co.uk/antonio-victorino-de-almeida

in Wikipedia DE

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He has three daughters: the actress and singer Maria de Medeiros—for whose directorial debut, *Capitães de Abril* ("April Captains," 2000), he wrote the title music and theme for the group Madredeus—Inês de Medeiros (actress), and Ana Medeiros (actress, violinist, and composer).

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https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ant%C3%B3nio_Victorino_de_Almeida

c) Rui Soares Esteves e Rute Reimão
Manuel - teddy bear and João Francisco - monkey, the 2 stars of the football team FAVA. Tribute exhibition 80 YEARS CAREER at ACERVO Galeria Santa Maria Maior Lisbon, Sep 2026

This is a ONE-OF-A-KIND experience ...

How it started... An old stable converted into a house/studio by an artist couple as a living in jewel/ sculpture. The artistic adventure started in 1996 creating the architectural solutions. In almost 3 years the contemporary art collection climbed its walls, took its ceilings, spread all over the floor filling up these 230m² x 5 high and 15 x 2m sculpture garden.

In adition, we've merged our collection to some pieces of our former gallery - Galeria Antiks Design providing a view on 140 years of portuguese art.

CONCERT DINNER

Our MENU, being plentiful, is always another pleasant surprise.
In addition to the various delicacies that await you upon arrival, after the concert, dishes of fish, meat and various salads and vegetables will be served.
Homemade cakes desert and an EXCLUSIVE GINGINHA always delight guests

Please inform us if you have any food restrictions. CONCERT DINNER events are limited to 40 people (subject to availability). DOOR OPENS at 7 and CLOSES at 7.30pm. The full address will be provided after you BOOK IN. (Príncipe Real).

FAQ

-Are there any ID or minimum age requirements to access your event? NO, but we don't serve alcohol to minors. - What's included in the price? The Concert, the portuguese beverages: red/ white wine, ginginha and the CONFORT DINNER are INCLUDED in the event's price. Please drink in moderation. -What are my transportation/parking options to get to and from the event? TAXI or UBER, Underground METRO RATO. -What can I bring to the event? Open mind. -How can I contact the organizer if I have questions? You will receive the email address and the phone number of the organizer after buying your ticket. -What is the refund policy? Full refund until the day before 12am. -Should I bring my printed ticket to the event? YES please or on your smartphone. -Can I update my registration information? YES -Is my registration, fee or ticket transferable? NO -Is it okay if the name on my ticket or registration does not match the participant? NO.