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- BiographyM G da Mota, which is the name that the author uses for fiction, is a variation of her real name: Margarida Mota-Bull. This nom de plume is a kind of modest tribute to her parents, as in Portugal (her native country) children are given both their parents’ surnames. So the G stands for her mother’s surname and da Mota is her father’s. M G da Mota’s novels are not only entertaining when one needs to relax and escape from one’s daily worries, but are also informative: If you like to learn about opera and classical music, past and present, in an enjoyable, original way; then M G da Mota’s work is definitely for you. She has a deep affection for opera because the human voice is a beautiful instrument and opera singers take it to another level. M G da Mota likes all voice types but her favourite is the tenor’s voice, which is why she chose it as the subject of her novel Canto di Tenore. M G da Mota has dual nationality: British and Portuguese. She gained a Masters Degree in Modern Languages and Literature in her native country of Portugal and is fluent in four languages.…
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- Music Reviews / Artists’ InterviewsMargarida Mota Bull writes regular reviews of classical music CDs, DVDs, books and live concerts for an international, distinguished classical music magazine on the web: MusicWeb International. She also conducts interviews with notable people in the world of classical music and opera, such as Americans Joyce DiDonato and Lawrence Brownlee.
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The Dark Side of Dawn – Available now on an Amazon near you!
0My new novel “The Dark Side of Dawn” launched yesterday on all amazon websites for the Kindle. It is the story of Vera, a thirty-something year old concert pianist who was abused and beaten by her husband. After a messy divorce and court restraining orders, …
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The Dark Side of Dawn – On Sale Now!
“The Dark Side of Dawn”, my latest novel, has launched today on various amazon sites and on bn.com. Click on the cover to check it out on amazon.co.uk.
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The Dark Side of Dawn – available soon!
The Dark Side of Dawn, my latest novel, will be available soon on an Amazon near you, for the Kindle or, if that is your preference, on BN.com in a different format, suitable for i-pads or smart phones. Introduced by Lucy Mauro, pianist, who kindly wrote …
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Inspirational Paralympic Games!
From the famous Oscar Pistorius to the young Jonnie Peacock, passing through the amazing cyclists, the blind runners and footballers, table tennis players, rugby and basketball on wheelchairs (how exciting was that!), volleyball on the floor and the incredible boccia players, I was amazed at all these …
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For a Good Cause!
A lovely, calming CD with music by Ludovico Einaudi performed by pianist Christine Rayner. It is for a good cause and it acts like a balm on a tortured soul! Read the review and most important, buy it. You won’t regret it!
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“Vanished”
My novel “Vanished” received a great review on Amazon UK. I felt very proud. A sincere thank you to all the ones reading my books, my reviews and interviews. Check what a reader said about “Vanished” and if you like it, you can buy the book for …
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Raving Reviews for my novel “Canto di Tenore”
My novel “Canto di Tenore” has received raving reviews from happy readers both at Amazon.com and Amazon.co.uk. Click on the links to read them all or buy the book, if you are intrigued! American Amazon and British Amazon. Enjoy!
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Jonas Kaufmann: A Portrait!
Jonas Kaufmann, the tenor from Germany, is one of the most exciting voices on the planet; sometimes, described as the “movie star” of opera. Kindly and in spite of his extremely busy schedule, he agreed to give me an interview. Needless to say that I felt very …
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Men in Motion!
Gorgeous movements + Subtle elegance + Beautiful dancing + Electrifying performances + flawless technique = What? Can you guess? Well, it’s actually simple! It is the formula of Ivan Putrov’s excellent ballet mixed programme, ”Men in Motion”, which graced the Sadler’s Wells stage over the weekend. If you …
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“Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star” and Mozart!
South Korean soprano Sumi Jo was in London last Friday and gave a Mozart recital at Cadogan Hall! It was a glittering affair in more ways than one, especially Ms Jo’s exuberant gowns! Can you imagine an opera singer singing to the tune of Twinkle, Twinkle Little …
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