Richard Bona | Metropolis Jazz Festival

As part of Metropolis Jazz Festival, we invite you to an unforgettable concert by Richard Bona.

Richard Bona is a Grammy Award winner, one of the most prominent international bass players, composers and multi-instrumentalists. With his unique sound and exceptional vocal talent, he constantly emphasizes his African roots. His music appeals to the traditions, culture and beauty of the African continent, and also touches on important social issues. His artistic mission and the way he interacts with the public have made him one of the key figures in world music, jazz and Afropop.

Richard Bona has toured, composed, recorded and composed with the greatest artists of the world music scene, such as: Herbie Hancock, Harry Belafonte, Steps Ahead, Quincy Jones, Chick Corea, Buena Vista Social Club, Cesária Évora, Sting, Mike Stern, Pat Metheny, Stevie Wonder, Bobby McFerrin, Chucho Valdés, George Benson, Oumou Sangaré and many others. In addition to numerous prestigious collaborations, he has taught jazz improvisation classes at New York University (NYU) and constantly teaches and mentors young talents around the world.

Constantly touring and exploring new musical directions, Richard Bona redefines his sound while remaining an active stage artist. He is currently working on new projects on the borders of afrobeats, afropop, Latin music and flamenco, realized in Europe, the United States and Latin America.

During the performance we will hear songs from the most famous albums of the artist, including compositions combining traditional African melodies with modern jazz on a world level. This is a must-attend event for lovers of ambitious sounds and music without borders.

Organizers: City of Toruń, Dwór Artusa Cultural Center, Jordanka Cultural and Congress Center.

Partner: Association Metropolia Toruńska

Main Partner: Kujawsko-Pomorskie

Media patrons: JAZZ FORUM, JazzPress