Richard Bona live in Hamburg

Experience Richard Bona live on July 5th

Richard Bona will perform at Nica Jazz Club in Hamburg, Germany on July 5th, 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 jazz improvisation. He is known for his virtuosic bass playing – both electric and acoustic – and his melodic vocal style often sung in multiple languages including Douala, French, Spanish and English. Throughout his career he has collaborated with artists such as Pat Metheny, Quincy Jones and Wayne Shorter.

Nica Jazz Club is a long-standing venue in Hamburg’s St. Pauli district, established in 1989. Named after the legendary jazz singer Lee “Nica” Koturba, it has become a significant hub for international jazz musicians and a respected part of the city’s cultural landscape. The club is recognized for its intimate atmosphere and commitment to presenting a diverse range of jazz styles; from mainstream to avant-garde. It regularly hosts both established names and emerging talents within the jazz world, maintaining a focus on live performance and high audio quality within its relatively small capacity space.