Richard Bona Trio

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Image courtesy of El Molino.

Richard Bona is one of the most prominent figures in contemporary jazz and one of the most respected bassists in the world. Born in Minta, Cameroon, Bona began his musical career at a young age, immersed in traditional African sounds and rhythms. However, it was the influence of masters such as Jaco Pastorius that led him to explore the electric bass and develop a unique style that fuses the rhythmic richness of Africa with the harmony and improvisations of jazz.

With a career marked by his virtuosity and his ability to make the strings of his instrument vibrate with unique expressiveness, Bona has collaborated with some of the greatest jazz legends, such as Herbie Hancock, Pat Metheny and Quincy Jones. In 2002, he received his first Grammy Award, a recognition of his immeasurable contribution to the world of music. Bona's music is characterized by the fusion of African sounds and jazz, creating a musical language that transcends borders and cultures. His compositions and performances have a clear message: peace, unity and the power of music to connect people around the world. His dedication to preserving African traditions through jazz has established him as one of the most important artists of his generation.

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