Adriano Adewale's 'Echoes of Naná - A Homage to Naná Vasconcelos'

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Adriano Adewale's 'Echoes of Naná - A Homage to Naná Vasconcelos'

Thursday 19 November 2026 · Doors 20:00

Jazzlive@The Crypt, London

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Adriano Adewale's 'Echoes of Naná - A Homage to Naná Vasconcelos' is on Thursday 19 November 2026 at Jazzlive@The Crypt, London, with doors at 20:00. Tickets start at £8.80, including the booking fee.

‘The first instrument is the voice; the best instrument is the body.’ Adriano Adewale Itaúna is an Afro-Brazilian percussionist and composer who has been deeply inspired by Naná's musical language and his profound relationship with nature. Ten years after Naná Vasconcelos' passing, his artistic vision continues to inspire musicians around the world. Widely regarded as one of the most influential percussionists of the twentieth century, Naná transformed the role of percussion in contemporary music, bringing voice, body and percussion together. Drawing on Afro-Brazilian traditions, improvisation and contemporary jazz, he collaborated with Pat Metheny, Jan Garbarek and Egberto Gismonti. Rather than recreating Naná Vasconcelos' music, Adriano explores the artistic philosophy that shaped his work - where voice, body, rhythm and improvisation become one expressive instrument. Rooted in improvisation, the performance unfolds each time differently, creating a unique encounter between musicians, audience and the living legacy of Naná Vasconcelos. Features Guitar: Luca Boscagin Cello: Phoebe Harty Vocals: Carolina Lelis Percussion: Andres Ticino Percussion: Adriano Adewale

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