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The 2026 release of "Esperança e Consôl" by jazz singer Carmen Souza offers a re-imagined, reflective piece that serves as a call for hope and compassion. Her recent work, including Port'Inglês and the Interconnectedness project, continues to blend Cape Verdean roots with jazz to explore cultural, historical themes. Explore her latest projects on Carmen Souza's official blog .
Born into a family of luthiers (guitar makers), Sousa Tacón’s hands were shaping cedar and rosewood before they could properly form a G-chord. Her father, João Tacón, is considered a master luthier, and his instruments have been played by the likes of Miloš Karadaglić and Marcin Dylla. But for Carmen, the workshop was a laboratory. carmen sousa tacon exclusive
The image of the classical guitarist is often one of brooding intensity—a lone figure under a spotlight, coaxing emotion from a wooden box. Sousa Tacón fits the bill, but with a twist. When we met at a quiet café in her native Lisbon (she now splits her time between Portugal and Spain), she arrived with a worn copy of Carl Sagan’s Cosmos tucked under her arm. The 2026 release of "Esperança e Consôl" by
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councillor
From her time as a to her various roles in regional management, Sousa Tacón has navigated the complexities of municipal policy with a dedicated approach to transparency and effective administration. Her leadership serves as a testament to the impact of focused local advocacy in shaping a city’s future. councillor From her time as a to her
Havas
Carmen Sousa Tacon is a prominent figure in the legal and corporate sectors, particularly known for her leadership role at , a global communications group . As the General Counsel for Havas Iberia, she oversees legal strategies across Spain and Portugal. ⚖️ Professional Profile
In 2022, a business partner embezzled nearly $200,000 from a joint venture. Instead of pursuing a public legal battle, Sousa Tacon vanished for three weeks. She returned with a 47-page operating agreement that is now used as a template by law schools in contract negotiations.