In 2026, we celebrate 10 years of blues in Vila do Conde—a decade of unforgettable experiences, outstanding artists, and an audience that lives and breathes music. From February 20–22, join us at the Vila do Conde Municipal Theater for a commemorative edition that promises to elevate the unique energy and spirit of Villa Sessions.

A celebration that honors the past, resonates in the present, and prepares for the future. This is your invitation to be part of history.

Strings & Roots brings together musicians from Italy and Spain in a unique ensemble, led by the versatile voice of Veronica Sbergia, accompanied by Max de Bernardi on resonator guitar, the expressive mandolin of Lino Muoio, and the vibrant groove of Chino Swingslide.

Blending tradition with contemporary sensibility, the group offers a rich, passionate interpretation of the blues, folk, ragtime, and roots music, giving audiences an authentic, immersive sonic experience.

Performances by Strings & Roots are musical journeys through time, revisiting the 1920s and ’30s rural American sound—from plantation blues, jug-band, ragtime, and country blues—reinterpreted with care and soul. In a world dominated by amplified sound, the ensemble restores the value of acoustic instruments, intimacy, and sharing, creating moments of groove, communion, and connection with the audience.

On the stage of Villa Sessions 2026, Strings & Roots promises a unique atmosphere—minimalist yet powerful, historical yet alive—where every instrument, voice, and beat matters.

This is an opportunity to celebrate blues in its purest, most honest form and to rediscover the roots that shaped the music we love.