Rio Jazz are a top-notch duo/trio from Brazil playing the best of celebrated songwriters such as Antonio Carlos Jobim, Joao Gilberto, Caetano Veloso, Gilberto Gil and Vinicius de Moraes among others.
With vocals destined to delight and the very best of acoustic guitar, the Rio Jazz duo line-up is excellent for unobtrusive background jazz during cocktails and dinner parties. The focus on the laid back, sophisticated classics of Brazilian Bossa Nova provide a lively, intimate atmosphere.
As a trio the group add the enchanting power of Brazilian percussion, enhancing the ambience at any event whilst still allowing guests to talk freely and, at smaller events, dance. The Rio Jazz trio's repertoire includes Brazilian samba, swing, and Bossa Nova plus a few exclusive versions of well-known English songs. Perfect for weddings, corporate functions and happy hours.
Rio Jazz Trio is currently a resident band at Guanabara and has already played at venues around London including Canning House, The Gun, Made in Brazil and the VIP area of Wembley Stadium in the England x Brazil football match.
Testimonials:
"Rio Jazz gives a truly unforgettable performance every time they perform live at Guanabara. Their music is sophisticated and fresh , and their talent overwhelms the crowd. A unique , delightful Bossa Nova trio."
Isabel Groves, Music & Marketing Manager of Guanabara
“Rio Jazz provides perfect laid back bossa nova tunes for any event. All my clients have been very impressed every time I have booked them”
Jessica Dahlin, Events Manager at The Gun
Sample repertoire:
The Girl From Ipanema |
Wave |
Summer Samba |
Aguas de Março |
Quiet Nights of Quiet Stars |
O Barquinho (Little Boat) |
Samba da Benção |
One Note Samba |
A Felicidade |
Mas Que Nada |
Sorri (Smile) |
Só Danço Samba (Jazz N Samba) |
Can´t Buy Me Love (Bossa Nova Version) |
Cherish (Bossa Nova Version) |
I Want To Break Free (Bossa Nova Version) |
In Between Days (Bossa Nova Version) |
Desde Que o Samba É Samba |
Alguém Me Avisou |
Marinheiro Só |
Só Tinha De Ser Com Você |
Nada Por Mim |
Malemolência |
Sítio do Pica-Pau Amarelo |
Queixa |
A Paz |
Mania de Voce |
Vilarejo |
Bananeira |
So Pra Te Mostrar |
Mais Feliz |
Bem Que Se Quis |
Na Mira |
Caçador de Mim |
Ainda Lembro |
Já Sei Namorar |
Anda Com Fé |
Zagueiro |
Fio Maravilha |
