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Tribute to Joao Gilberto - Mario Bakuna - Live in London

Hosted by the Consul of the London Latin Culture Exchange Group
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Took place 3 weeks ago
Wed 28 May 18:30 - 23:00

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Bossa Nova - Tribute to João Gilberto by Mario Bakuna

Line up: Mario Bakuna on acoustic guitar and vocals.

Mario Bakuna performs a concert dedicated to João Gilberto who was a pioneer of the musical genre of Bossa Nova in the late Protected content . Around the world, he was often called the "father of Bossa Nova”.

Gilberto's style combines traditional elements of samba with more contemporary jazz. His unique acoustic guitar style involves a syncopated rhythm of plucked chords, with chord progressions rooted in the jazz tradition. Featuring reinterpretations and Mario Bakuna’s own compositions, the audience will be invited to celebrate one of the greatest Brazilian musicians of all time.