About
What to expect
Mario Bakuna presents a heartfelt tribute to João Gilberto, with reinterpretations of Gilberto’s work alongside his own original compositions.
This is a second date at Morocco Bound after his first show sold out.
- Line-up: Mario Bakuna – acoustic guitar and vocals
- Traditional samba elements and plucked chords
- Breezy sophistication of Bossa Nova
- Gilberto: pioneer of Bossa Nova in late 1950s
- Brazilian composer, arranger, vocalist, guitarist
- Over 20 years of professional experience
- Based in London, UK
- Arrangements of Tom Jobim and João Donato
- Also Dorival Caymmi and Paulo Moura
- Explores Samba Jazz from 1950s Rio
- Blends Brazilian standards with post-bossa nova harmonies
Line-up
Listen before you go
Mercador de Siri - Mario Bakuna Band feat Rubem Faria - Live in London @Fulham Pier
mario bakuna
Music by the act, found on YouTube and Deezer.
Questions
When does Bossa Nova: A Tribute to João Gilberto by Mario Bakuna start and end?
Bossa Nova: A Tribute to João Gilberto by Mario Bakuna runs Tuesday, 8 December 2026, 19:00 until 23:00.
Where is Bossa Nova: A Tribute to João Gilberto by Mario Bakuna?
Bossa Nova: A Tribute to João Gilberto by Mario Bakuna takes place at Morocco Bound Bermondsey, 1a Morocco Street, Southwark, London.
How much are tickets for Bossa Nova: A Tribute to João Gilberto by Mario Bakuna?
Tickets for Bossa Nova: A Tribute to João Gilberto by Mario Bakuna cost £12 on the official ticket shop.
Who plays at Bossa Nova: A Tribute to João Gilberto by Mario Bakuna?
The line-up of Bossa Nova: A Tribute to João Gilberto by Mario Bakuna: Mario Bakuna.
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Getting there
Morocco Bound Bermondsey, 1a Morocco Street, Southwark, SE1 3HB London, England, GB
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