SAMMY FIGUEROA
Immerse yourself in the rhythm of jazz as the legendary percussionist and Grammy nominee Sammy Figueroa returns to the Faena Theater stage, joined by the virtuosic Gonzalo Rubalcaba and the dynamic Aymee Nuviola. This trio is set to deliver an evening where the essence of jazz fuses with a groundbreaking performance!
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ACCENT
The six members of ACCENT, drawn together from across the globe by their shared love for jazz, epitomize the reach and unifying power of music in the age of social media. These vocal aficionados from France, Sweden, the UK, and the USA have forged a unique connection that has led to five albums and international tours, culminating in performances at the iconic Royal Albert Hall.
As they bring their collective sound to Faena Miami Beach, expect an evening of sophisticated harmonies and dynamic stage presence, uniting various cultures through the art of jazz vocals.
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RICHARD BONA & ASANTE TRIO
Experience the magic of Grammy-winning Cameroonian multi-instrumentalist Richard Bona, known for his unique bass sound and captivating vocals! Bona beautifully blends African musical traditions with global jazz influences.
His collaborations with music legends and his role as an educator and mentor highlight his diverse talents.
The Asante Trio, his latest ensemble, showcases a fusion of Cuban, Haitian, and African sounds, offering a truly unique musical experience!
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NICOLE ZURAITIS
Heralded as a ‘supreme talent and purely expressive artist like no other’ by All About Jazz, Nicole Zuraitis, a renowned vocal artist, pianist, and songwriter, brings her exceptional talents to the forefront. Her latest masterpiece, ‘How Love Begins,’ co-produced with jazz luminary Christian McBride, is currently nominated for a Grammy in the Best Jazz Vocal Album category. Adding to her accolades, Zuraitis clinched the prestigious 2021 American Traditions Vocal Competition Gold Medal.
As an accomplished educator and former opera singer, Nicole holds a distinguished position on the faculty at New York University. Now, making her Miami debut on the eve of Women’s History Month, the Jazz Series at Faena is proud to feature this emerging woman jazz talent on the brink of global success.
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Daily Dose Of Jazz…
Bob Bain was born January 26, 1924 in Chicago, Illinois and began his professional career in the 1940s playing guitar in popular big band outfits led by Tommy Dorsey and Bob Crosby. He is credited with guitar on one of Dorsey’s biggest hits, Opus No. 1.
An unusually early adopter of the electric guitar, Bob started playing an early Gibson Les Paul model before switching to a modified 1953 Fender Telecaster. Like most jazz guitarists, he also favoured semi-acoustic models such as the Gibson L-5 and ES-150.
A long time collaborator with composer Henry Mancini, he is also credited with the guitar introduction to the theme from the popular 1950s television private detective series Peter Gunn. Bain contributed his guitar talents on another of Mancini’s significant soundtrack albums, the musical score to the movie Breakfast at Tiffany’s, as well as playing on the soundtrack to the television Western series Bonanza.
Guitarist Bob Bain, who was mainly known for his film music contributions, including Dr. Zhivago, where he played the balalaika in the score for certain scenes where Lara’s Theme is heard, died on June 21, 2018 in Oxnard, California. He was 94.
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