Richard Bona live in Aarhus

Experience Richard Bona live on October 16th

Richard Bona will perform at Århus Musikhus in Aarhus, Denmark on October 16, 2026. Bona is a Cameroonian-American bassist, vocalist, and composer renowned for his distinctive blend of jazz, African rhythms, and Latin influences. His music frequently incorporates elements of traditional Cameroonian song structures alongside sophisticated harmonic and improvisational jazz techniques. He is widely recognized for his virtuosic bass playing and compelling vocal delivery, often singing in both English and his native Douala language. Throughout his career, he has collaborated with artists such as Pat Metheny, Quincy Jones, and Wayne Shorter.

Århus Musikhus opened in 1982 and is the primary concert hall for Aarhus, Denmark’s second-largest city. Designed by architects Kjær & Richter, the building is notable for its modular construction featuring several halls adaptable to various performance types. The largest hall, the Symfonisk Sal (Symphonic Hall), is specifically designed for orchestral music and boasts exceptional acoustics. It regularly hosts performances by the Aarhus Symphony Orchestra as well as visiting national and international artists spanning genres including classical music, jazz, pop and world music.