EFG London Jazz Festival 2025 - Bossa Nova Night: The music of Antonio Carlos Jobim

Bossa Nova Night: The music of Antonio Carlos Jobim

Mario Bakuna on acoustic guitar and vocals

Experience an unforgettable evening with renowned Brazilian artist Mario Bakuna as he presents a heartfelt solo tribute to Antonio Carlos Jobim—the visionary behind bossa nova and one of Brazil’s most influential composers.
In this intimate performance, Bakuna offers an authentic and deeply personal perspective on Jobim’s timeless works, inviting the audience on a soul-stirring journey through his iconic repertoire.
Shaped by a lifelong connection to Brazilian music and years of performing across Europe and beyond, Bakuna approaches both Jobim’s beloved classics and lesser-known gems with sensitivity, elegance, and deep reverence for his legacy.
This concert is a celebration of melody, rhythm, and poetry—an exploration of the beauty
and complexity of Jobim’s music, delivered by one of its most passionate interpreters.