The Sergio Mendes Band to Perform at bergenPAC, Honoring Brazilian Music Legend
The band weaves together bossa nova, samba, and American pop to create their concert experience.
The vibrant rhythms and soulful melodies of Brazilian music of Sergio Mendes lives on through The Sergio Mendes Band, led by Gracinha Leporace, brings a spirited tribute to the legendary Sérgio Mendes at bergenPAC located in Englewood on Sunday, June 14 at 7 p.m. This special event marks sixty years since the worldwide debut of Brasil '66, honoring Mendes' enduring impact through a night filled with joy, energy, and musical excellence.
With a sound that blends classic Brazilian grooves with modern arrangements, The Sergio Mendes Band delivers a renewed sense of celebration in every performance. The ensemble pays homage to Mendes' remarkable influence, weaving together bossa nova, samba, and American pop to create their concert experience. Each note is a tribute to a career that helped shape global appreciation for the warmth and soul of Brazilian culture.
Sérgio Mendes rose to global fame in the 1960s with his group, Brasil '66, and their iconic, chart-topping rendition of "Mas Que Nada." Over his prolific six-decade career, Mendes recorded more than thirty albums, collaborating with some of the world's most celebrated artists and introducing millions to the irresistible rhythms of Brazil. The performance will take place oon Sunday, June 14 at 7:00 p.m. at bergenPAC.
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