Querida The rhythm and soul of the Doek Literary Festival.

Querida Dunaiski is a vocalist with a passion for soulful, groove-driven music. Drawing inspiration from R&B, pop, jazz, and funk she brings expressive vocals, vibrant energy, and rich harmonies to her performances.

Zito Constantino is a bassist whose love for the bass guitar is rooted in his appreciation for the depth and resonance of lower frequencies in music. With gospel music as his primary musical influence, he has developed his distinctive style through years of playing and sonic discovery.

Kamilo Da Luisa is a guitarist and enthusiastic student of music whose journey began at an early age. Driven by curiosity, he enjoys immersion and the interpretation of different styles, techniques, and approaches to music.

Nicolau Ngunza is a seasoned pianist driven by a deep commitment to craftsmanship. His playing style fuses technical precision with an open and creative approach to music-making drawing from jazz and fusion.

Backup vocalists for Querida are Alexandra Dunaiski and Gabrielle Dunaiski.

Querida have provided the musical performances at both editions of the Doek Literary Festival in 2022 and 2024.