VaNova

Charlotte, NC

$400 - $4000

Travels up to 120 miles

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Overview

VaNova takes you through an experience of cultural immersion with our versatile repertoire ranging from Flamenco, Gypsy, Latin, to Jazz Standards and American Classics, suitable for both festive occasions and subtle atmospheres. We bring a quality of excellence to any event and the love we have for Music exudes through our dynamic chemistry on stage. If you want to turn your wedding, anniversary, birthday, or business event into a fabulous time, VaNova is your top choice!


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Booking information

Price range: $400 - $4000

Languages: English, Russian, Spanish

Gig length: 20 - 120 minutes

What to expect

You will get quality across the board. The VaNova Duo provides their own quality, compact PA system, catered to taking up minimal space while providing maximum sound. Both members of the duo are professionals, so their standard is one of quality with fully executed contracts required for each performance, prompt response time and arrival/departure, excellent stage presence, and audience engagement. You are guaranteed a stellar performance with this dynamic duo.

About

VADIM KOLPAKOV is a Russian-Romani (Gypsy) 7-string guitar virtuoso, vocalist and dancer, artistic director of the leading U.S.-based Russian-Gypsy ensemble, VIA ROMEN. Being the lead musician of the Moscow Romen theater ((phone number hidden)4), Vadim comes from the famous Russian-Romani artistic dynasty of the Kolpakovs and is in the third generation of musicians. He has performed all over the world including tours with pop-star Madonna in her Sticky & Sweet world tour.
Vadim's performances win the hearts of the audience with lyrical and incendiary Gypsy style music and dances that originated centuries ago in Russia and Europe, his music is enriched by the influence of jazz, Spanish-flamenco and classical styles. His repertoire program includes a variety of music featuring famous world hits, as well as original compositions, dances and songs.

Brenda Nova is a bilingual vocalist with an affinity for many music styles. She has expressed her talent from a very young age and has since experimented with many different genres including R&B, Neo Soul, Bossa Nova, Classical, Jazz, Latin, and Flamenco. She has so far collaborated with many local artists and is currently expanding herself to include singing in French and Portuguese. Also a songwriter, she is working on a debut to be released by the end of 2020. Her goal is to spread love and awareness through her voice and music.

Set list

Como quieres q te quiera - Rosario Flores
Summertime 16 - standard jazz
A Day In The Life of A Fool - Frank Sinatra
Volare - Gypsy Kings
Bamboleo - Gypsy Kings
My all - Mariah Carey
Careless whisper - George Michael
Ipanema - Astrud Gilberto
Besame mucho - latin classic
Autumn Leaves - standard jazz
Vivir Mi Vida - Marc Anthony
Vente Pa Ca - Ricky Martin
Hotel California - Gypsy King/Eagles
What You Won’t Do For Love - Bobby Caldwell
Oye Como Va - Santana
Strangers In The Night - Frank Sinatra
Sunny - Bobby Odell
Historia de un amor - Luis Miguel
Just the Two of Us - Bill Withers
Billie Jean -Michael Jackson

Influences and inspiration

Paco De Lucia
Nina Pastori
Mariah Carey
Frank Sinatra
Gypsy Kings
Buika
Celine Dion
Selena

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