Opus 3

SONORAS is a collective of young female composers working under the artistic and pedagogical direction of composer and music educator João Marcondes. Comprised exclusively of women composers, the group represents a pioneering and inspiring initiative in the Brazilian music scene, creating space for new voices and creative perspectives.

The group SONORAS presents OPUS 3, an album that authentically showcases its musicality through the unique sound of the trio formed by harp, clarinet, and cello. With performances that explore a wide range of rhythms and melodic lines, the ensemble highlights the sophistication of its orchestration and the richness of its meticulously crafted instrumentation.

Each track of OPUS 3 takes the listener on a journey through a vast and multifaceted soundscape, filled with nuances and profound emotions, combining lyricism and intensity. More than just an artistic record, the album is an immersive experience — captivating and unforgettable — offering a striking encounter with contemporary chamber music.

Also listen

Opus 7 for Flute and Harp

Presenting previously unreleased works that explore the dialogue between flute and harp, this collective of young composers releases its seventh album.

Parisian Fife for Flute | for Flute and Harp

In pieces written for solo flute and duets with harp, the Brazilian composer presents seven themes inspired by the city of Paris and its cultural tradition.

Prelude to Nightfall

Navigating between the melancholic density of nocturnal preludes and the rhythmic vitality of Brazilian miniatures, the composer presents previously unpublished works for solo piano.

Opus 4 for Vibraphone, Double Bass, Cello, Oboe and Clarinet

In this fourth album, the collective of female composers navigates sophisticated soundscapes, from lyricism to contemporary pulse, blending the rigor of written music with creative freedom.

Opus 1 for String Quartet

The debut album from this collective of young composers features ten original, previously unreleased works, performed by the Topázio Quartet, comprised of members of the OSESP (São Paulo State Symphony Orchestra).

Opus 6 for Vibraphone, Cello and Bassoon

The collective of composers arrives at their sixth album, presenting original works in an unusual instrumental formation and a differentiated sonic approach.

Opus 6 for Harp, Cello and Violin

In its new album, DeComposers presents an ambitious project in which harp, cello, and violin come together in an intense and bold chamber music experience.

Andean Airs for Harp | for Harp and Violin

Inspired by Latin American diversity, João Marcondes transforms landscape and spirituality into an immersive sonic experience through the harp.

Vertigo for String Quartet

In Vertigo for String Quartet, Marcondes offers an inventive creation that combines aesthetic boldness with emotional resonance.