New York City
Virago is Amy Schindler and Maire Tashjian, an original, high energy acoustic guitar and percussion duet. They are unique musicians. The core of their music is rock that pulsates with undercurrents ranging from American blues to Afro-Brazilian samba. They keep their audience entertained by interacting with them as they play an array of different styles. Amy and Maire have a passion for Brazilian music which has inspired them to perform songs in Portuguese and their listeners may even hear a passionate rendition of “Viva La Vida” being sung in Spanish. They have performed locally and internationally at the Festival of Sao Joao in Salvador Bahia, Brazil. The New York Council on the Arts has recognized Virago for their achievements in original music composition, including songs from their debut CD Here Be Dragons.