Overview
Sip, savor, and soak in the sounds.
Betsy and The Bears brings Bossa Nova to Hendricks Live to celebrate world renowned composer and musician, Antônio Carlos Jobim for a hundredth birthday celebration! Composer of “Girl from Ipanema”, Jobim was one of the premiere pioneers of bringing Bossa Nova to the US, collaborating with the likes of Frank Sinatra and Elle Fitzgerald. Led by award-winning vocalist, Betsy Baer and Doctor of Music guitarist, B.G. McPike, Betsy and The Bears will feature four-time National Mandolin champion, Solly Burton. Brazilian guitarist Dr. Marco Itapuan rounds out the sound with original charts written by Jobim, himself.
Enjoy an evening of smooth rhythms, beautiful melodies, and world-class musicianship as Betsy and The Bears bring the timeless sounds of Bossa Nova to life in a celebration of one of Brazil’s most legendary composers!