Billy Stritch and Gabrielle Stravelli: Bossa and Beyond
About the Event
Bossa & Beyond pairs legendary singer and pianist Billy Stritch with acclaimed jazz vocalist Gabrielle Stravelli for an evening celebrating the beauty, sophistication, and emotional depth of Brazilian and Latin American music.
In Bossa & Beyond, Stritch and Stravelli take a deep dive into the Brazilian and South American songbooks, sharing bossa novas, boleros, and fresh interpretations of timeless jazz standards. The program will feature music by iconic Brazilian composers including Antonio Carlos Jobim and Milton Nascimento, alongside works by lesser-known masters such as Pixinguinha and Hermeto Pascoal — all brought to life with extraordinary artistry, improvisation, and heart.
Over more than fifteen years of performing together, Stritch and Stravelli have cultivated a profound musical connection rooted in a shared reverence for melody, lyric, and storytelling. While both artists are widely celebrated for their interpretations of jazz and the American Songbook, Bossa & Beyond highlights their mutual passion for the lush harmonies, rich rhythms, and expressive melodies of Brazilian music.
With elegance, spontaneity, and unmistakable chemistry, Stritch and Stravelli invite audiences on a musical journey that transcends borders and genres, honoring the timeless spirit of these beloved songs while making them entirely their own.
"Tonight wasn’t merely a performance—it was a testament to what happens when two consummate artists, each formidable in their own right, unite to create something greater than the sum of their parts. In an era where live music competes with countless digital distractions, Stritch and Stravelli proved that nothing can replace the magic of witnessing master artists at the peak of their powers." - FRONT ROW CENTER
Vocalist and songwriter Gabrielle Stravelli is celebrated for her soulful swing, sharp lyricism and fresh approach to the American Songbook and jazz repertoire. Known for her warmth, originality and captivating stage presence, she has earned acclaim on both sides of the Atlantic.
Recent highlights include appearances in the Royal Albert Hall's Late Night Jazz series, Carnegie Hall, with the New York Pops, and a headlining debut at Dizzy's Jazz Club in New York. A U.S. State Department Jazz Ambassador since 2015, Gabrielle has performed and taught throughout Europe, the Middle East, Southeast Asia and South America.
Her critically acclaimed recordings include Dream Ago, which received a rare five-star review from DownBeat magazine, Pick Up My Pieces: Gabrielle Stravelli Sings Willie Nelson, winner of the 2020 Bistro Award for Outstanding Recording, and her latest album, Beautiful Moons Ago (2024).