Marta Topferova & Gabo Naas / Cancion Latinoamericana

Marta Topferova & Gabo Naas / Cancion Latinoamericana

Presented by Terraza 7 Satruday October 14th, 2023, at 7:00pm

$20 Cover charge Mezzanine.

Featuring:

• Marta Topferova / Vocals; cuatro; percussion 
• Gabo Naas / Vocals; guitar; clarinet

Singer Marta Topferova and multi-instrumentalist Gabo Naas form a dynamic duo dedicated to celebrating Latin American music traditions. Together, they craft and perform originals, with each piece paying tribute to various regional rhythms and styles—from Argentinean chacarera and Venezuelan pasaje or danza to lively Andean huayno.

Topferova's unique, velvety voice, accompanied by Venezuelan cuatro and percussion, harmonizes with Naas’s vocals and mastery of instruments like the guitar, mandolin, charango, and clarinet. This synergy transports listeners to a musical realm that's both enchanting and extraordinary, with performances serving as vibrant tapestries deeply rooted in Latin America's musical heritage.

About Marta Topferova: One of her generation's most dynamic artists, Marta has been deeply influenced by Latin American, Czech, and Slavic musical traditions. With a foundation in choir singing and music theory, she has also taken lessons in voice, guitar, Venezuelan cuatro, and percussion. Marta has been a creative force in New York (1996-2012) and has collaborated with top musicians from various genres, creating a captivating style mix in her work. From 2012-2020, she returned to the Czech Republic, launching the ensemble Milokraj to explore Czech and Slavic music, simultaneously collaborating with Berlin-based Latin American musicians. In 2020, she relocated to Berlin, where she continues to compose and perform. With nine CDs released, her work has been recognized worldwide, leading to tours across various countries.

About Gabo Naas: Born in Patagonia, Argentina, Gabo spent his early years playing guitar and bombo drum with his father, developing a deep connection with Latin American music. After learning clarinet in a hometown band, he moved to study and hone his multi-instrumentalist talent. Settling in Córdoba, Argentina, he studied composition with a focus on Latin American music and jazz. Gabo later lived in Buenos Aires (2005-2008), establishing himself as a composer and director of his Latin jazz ensemble. After moving to Berlin, he formed a Latin jazz quartet, wrote film music, and collaborated with various musicians. Recently, he has been focusing on his vocal and guitar repertoire, consisting of modern interpretations of traditional Latin American styles with jazz nuances. With deep knowledge of Argentine and South American music, his experience results in a mature concept where voice and instruments harmoniously create a sophisticated personal sound. In 2023, he will present his album “Del Tiempo y la Distancia," featuring renowned South American musicians.