Nara Couto is a Brazilian singer born and raised in the culturally rich historic city of Salvador, Bahia. Before thrilling packed houses in the city with her rich mezzo soprano voice, Nara was an accomplished dancer, working for years as one of the featured dancers with the famed Bale Folclorico of Bahia, where she specialized in contemporary African dance. There she gained valuable experience in rhythmic training and African music which complements her current singing career.
Nara’s repertoire as a singer spans the rich diversity of African rhythms and sounds in different contexts.