An exclusive performance with two bossa nova greats, Carlos Lyra and Marcos Valle in the intimate setting of Canning House. Carlos Lyra is one of the creators of the Bossa Nova movement and composer of many classics of Brazilian Popular Music. Marcos Valle is an internationally acclaimed composer from the "second wave" of bossa nova musicians. His swingy, dance-driven style created a new bossa: the drum'n'boss, popular with the next generation. Through voice, piano, guitar and a little conversation, we retrace Bossa Nova from its emerging years in the late 50s to its present fusion of the 21st century.

Sponsored by the Melia White House Hotel, Regent's Park. Part of Sol Melia international group.

This is a fund-raising event to support cultural activities at Canning House.