ABOUT
KABEÇÃO
He was a boy when, with percussions and rhythm, Kabeção fell in love for sound exploring. Self-taught, he never stopped since then to experiment different types of instruments - from strings to woodwinds - combining eclectic influences and his very personal approach to sound into powerful music.
Since 2008 he collaborated in different musical projects:
Tribolados (Reggae/Ska),
Hikari (Drum n’Bass/Jungle/Bossa Nova),
T3ka ( Acoustic Trance)
Gapura (Klezmer/World Jazz)
Khayalan (Ethnic/Contemporary/World Music).
Known for his inspiring handpan music, Kabeção is a Portuguese
multi-instrumentist, composer and sound healer.
By exploring music and sound with his unique, poetic, and percussive style, he pushed forward the art form and extended the musical universe of handpans/pantams.
Finalist on Portugal "Got Talent" in 2015, Kabeção then travelled with his handpans/pantams for few years across more than 20 countries ; in Europe, Japan, India, Israel, Russia, China, USA, Canada, Thailand ...
The benevolent international community gathered around his music crowd-funded his first long-awaited double album "TOUCHING SOULS", exceeding his goals and released in September 2017.
During the following tour, Kabeção composed new pieces inspired by the human and musical experiences he shared around the globe.
He launched another successful crowdfunding campaign in 2019, for his second opus - "FREEDOM EXPRESSIONS"- a triple album with guests, released on October 31th, 2020.
Meanwhile, nourished by his intimate relationship with the pantams, Kabeção designs - in collaboration with YISHAMA - original and unique layouts that inspired an entire generation in the handpan history.
In 2020, he opens the Pantam School in Portugal where he works with a group of instruments specially designed and created with YISHAMA as an ensemble. The classes already began...
Released music:
2012 EP “High Gain Natural Awakening”
2014 Compilation LP "Cosmic Seed"
2017 Double LP "Touching Souls"
2018 Live Album "The Bell Cave"
2020 LP "Freedom Expressions"
“I love listening to Kabe. His music takes you on a journey into unknown worlds full of wonderful stories. Check out his album "touching souls" and if you have the chance to see him live, don't miss it!”
— David Kuckhermann“So much skill, love, passion and inspiration combined in one person ... breathtaking!”
— Jan Tao“When I listen Kabeçao play, I hear the silence on which fits each vibration ... Everything is vibration and frequencies, I feel this on his music ... What a wonderful explorer of his, what a creator of emotions and what a pleasure to share a few moments of life together! Thank you for what you are Kabe!”
— Laurent Sureau“Let me tell you that, Kabeçao is a rare musicians able to reach your sensitivity and your soul in less than 5 minutes of live performance, and I know everyone will agree with me. His way of playing is not only about skill and technique, it's about love, humility, wisdom, altruism and a profound dedication. He simply is a true inspiration for hundred of players but also a great human living. Thx for everything you've done so far and for the years to come brother!”
— Vince Myst Instruments“A musician with heart and technique; dedicated to music, and restlessly exploring sound. And, on top of that, a lovely person.”
— Dom Aversano“When i saw his performance ,I enjoy filling of his stillness. his soul has very connected himself in each moment. this stillness creates unique space and rhythm in his music.of course with his high technic, just magic happen!”
— Nobuya Yamaguchi Heard a lot of pan players. By far he his the best one.
Humble modest and so good hearted man.
First time I've listen to his live concert in 45 min
I've got 3 times Goosebumps!!! Inspiration!!!
— Dan Schachter"If there is someone pushing the Handpan art form definitely it’s Kabeção. "
— the Handpan Community“Your naked soul.
Kabeção’s music undresses you down to your most gentle, unfiltered, and honest core. Melody weaves in with magic.
Walls melt.
Hearts open.
The skin tingles.
Kabeção’s music sends a message to people.
It reveals secrets. It evokes emotions that inspire love, creation, and understanding.
Beyond the limits of time or space, he invites us to be co-travelers in sonic exploration.”
— Shirin."One of the greatest teachers and Handpan musicians ever born."
— David Charrier“I listen to Kabeção `s concert on the Being Gathering Festival in Portugal, in his concert he continuously captivated the audience with the beautiful singing sound of his handpan, his inspiring melodies, his contagious rhythmical elements and his compelling artistry in playing the instrument. Like a "net of sound" that surrounds you, gently holds you and playfully teases you into feeling something bigger. I reckon it is difficult not to be pulled in into this beautiful music played with such heart, intention an skill.”
— Luis Leal“This is one incredible human!! Few inspire me to push my boundaries as much as Kabe does. Truly inspirational!”
— Josh Rivera“Pfff. Seriously. Wonderful musician, teacher and human being”
— Dan RobbinsKabe, you are without any doubts the best handpan player I know, seriously! Every technique, every change of rhythm is just pure magic! I would love to see you play live one day and who knows, perhaps you could teach me a rhythm or two!!
— Alvaro Valverde
