Ella & The Bossa Beat at The Merc

Touring from Florida, this internationally acclaimed father-daughter duo brings a one-of-a-kind fusion of soulful jazz and Brazilian rhythm. Featuring 25-year-old vocalist and pianist Ella Blu, alongside Grammy-nominated drummer and percussionist Magrus Borges—who has performed with Astrud Gilberto, Bebel Gilberto, Grace Jones, and Shakira—the duo delivers a sophisticated and heartfelt musical experience. With three original albums and performances at renowned venues such as the Blue Note in Rio, São Paulo, and Milan, they continue to captivate global audiences. Based in Orlando, they regularly appear at the Dr...

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Touring from Florida, this internationally acclaimed father-daughter duo brings a one-of-a-kind fusion of soulful jazz and Brazilian rhythm. Featuring 25-year-old vocalist and pianist Ella Blu, alongside Grammy-nominated drummer and percussionist Magrus Borges—who has performed with Astrud Gilberto, Bebel Gilberto, Grace Jones, and Shakira—the duo delivers a sophisticated and heartfelt musical experience. With three original albums and performances at renowned venues such as the Blue Note in Rio, São Paulo, and Milan, they continue to captivate global audiences. Based in Orlando, they regularly appear at the Dr. Phillips Center for the Arts and hold a residency at Universal Orlando’s Portofino Resort. Their latest release, Paradise, showcases their distinctive blend of jazz, soul, and Brazilian influences. You are welcome to visit Ella’s website at https://www.ellaandthebossabeat.com/

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