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Join us for a captivating Bossa Nova concert featuring the internationally acclaimed Brazilian guitarist and singer Mario Bakuna. Immerse yourself in an unforgettable musical journey and experience the charm of Bossa Nova as Mario fills the evening with smooth rhythms, rich harmonies, and enchanting melodies. Enjoy a night of pure musical delight that celebrates the vibrant spirit of Brazil and the timeless beauty of Bossa Nova.
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Mario Bakuna on acoustic guitar and vocal
“Mario Bakuna, a sparkling guitarist, plays with palpable feeling – his virtuosic fluency on the fretboard is controlled and flourishes are perfectly placed. His voice has a texture like heavy cloth” – Songlines Magazine
“Mario Bakuna, a man who exudes music. (…) ‘vocals’ doesn’t begin to do him justice: his expressive range and the precision with which he was able to deploy it was truly the band’s fifth instrument. (…) And he did this while playing guitar with precision and finesse. (…) his solos were a further source of amazement, his technique somewhere between finger-picking style and classical. His solo introduction to a Baden Powell number made a hash of any attempt at a definition.” – The Whitman Review, Wakefield Jazz
Composer and professional guitar player, his research is guided by the greats of Jazz, Samba Jazz and Bossa Nova.
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on Fri 5 December 2025