The Santa Barbara Jazz Society was proud to present Brazilian Jazz Vocalist & Guitarist Téka Sunday, March 9, 2025, 1-4pm
Such an excellent performance, Sandy Cummings said “As good as it gets.”. Speaking of, hearing Sandy sing a duet with Téka was treat.
The Santa Barbara Jazz Society welcomed renowned Brazilian vocalist/guitarist Téka. A native of Londrina, Brazil, Téka mastered the traditions of Brazilian music at an early age. Along the way, she became equally entranced by American jazz. Her talented singing and guitar playing fuses the sensual rhythms and harmonies of Brazil with the sophistication and improvisation of jazz – a fascinating musical blend she calls New Bossa.
The warmth and beauty of the tropics are vividly embodied by Téka. Featuring beautifully seductive melodies and infectious rhythms, Téka sings with a sensual lyricism, rich velvety tone and perfectly swung grooves from her extensive repertoire. From smooth bossa nova and Brazilian jazz to contemporary pop and lively sambas, Téka and her band perform with authenticity, energy, and charm. Whether accompanying herself with a guitar, performing with her acoustic trio or as full ten-piece band, Téka’s music always makes one feel just a little closer to Brazil, home of the samba.
She was be accompanied by Alyse Korn on piano, Santino Tafarella on bass, and Robert Kyle on saxophone/flute/percussion.
Téka has performed and recorded with Brazilian legends Hermeto Pascoal, Gilberto Gil, Flora Purim and Airto Moreira