the Joe Park Quintet
Upcoming Shows (1)
An Evening of Bossa Nova with the Joe Park Quintet and special guest vocalist Luisa Simms
Sat, Jun 27, 20268:00 PM
The Focal Point — St. Louis, MOTICKETS COMING SOON Bossa nova is a defining sound of modern Brazilian identity, blending samba’s rhythmic roots with jazz harmony to reflect the country’s urban sophistication and cultural openness. Emerging in the late 1950s, it became a global ambassador for Brazil, carrying the spirit, language, and emotional nuance of Brazilian life onto the world stage. Its influence on American jazz was profound, inspiring generations of mu