Bossa Nova - Tribute to João Gilberto by Mario Bakuna - Live at The Queen's Theatre Hornchurch

About the show

Mario Bakuna on Acoustic Guitar and Vocals

João Gilberto, the great pioneer and father of Bossa Nova in Brazil in the late fifties, is the focus of this special concert performed by Mario Bakuna on guitar and vocals. Featuring reinterpretations alongside Bakuna’s own compositions, the performance invites the audience into the traditional world of samba, the subtle syncopation of João’s plucked-chord style, and the colours of contemporary jazz. With expressive vocals and his signature acoustic guitar, Bakuna brings these timeless pieces to life with warmth, swing, and a modern sensibility. It’s a heartfelt celebration of one of the greatest Brazilian musicians of all time!

Mario Bakuna is a Brazilian composer, arranger, singer, and guitarist currently based in London. Over the past few years, he has emerged as a leading figure and a key reference in the UK’s Brazilian jazz scene.
Renowned for his captivating performances, Mario Bakuna blends bossa nova, Brazilian jazz, samba, Latin jazz, and jazz standards with modern, groovy elements to create a unique musical experience.
He has performed extensively at prestigious venues and international festivals across Europe and beyond. His concert tours for the albums Where Rio de Janeiro Meets Bahia and Brazilian Landscapes have taken him to 20 European countries, as well as Brazil, Canada, Madagascar, Egypt, Kazakhstan, and Azerbaijan—drawing sold-out crowds and captivating audiences worldwide.