About
Known for captivating audiences with sold-out performances across the Algarve, the group delivers original compositions in a world music fusion style, blending jazz, classical, ethnic, and progressive rock influences. Drawing inspiration from the folk traditions of various cultures, their music creates fresh and engaging soundscapes. The pieces stand out for their rhythmic and harmonic complexity, enhanced by improvisational elements. At the heart of the project is Svetlana Bakushina, a pianist and composer, joined by seasoned musicians like Seibas Gamboa, acclaimed as the principal cellist, and drummer Jorge Carrilho. Together, they form a cohesive unit that defines the band’s distinctive sound. For this concert, talented performers from Brazil, Chile, and Lithuania are invited, including soprano Michele Tomaz, trumpeter Diego Gonzalez, singer Katherina Valenzuela, and visual artist Anastasia Maystrenko. Get ready for a captivating musical experience, accompanied by immersive visual projections.
Core members:
Svetlana Bakushina – piano, harpsichord, ethnic instruments, composition. Svetlana is an artist and filmmaker, who holds Master’s degrees in Piano Education and Cinematography, she is also an artistic director of the chamber music festival “Vilanova” in Monchique. Svetlana Launched her first solo album “Sun and Frost” in 2021
Seibas Gamboa – Violoncello. an accomplished cellist, studied under Prof. Schulz in Mainz, Germany, and conducted the Symphony Orchestra Mainz in 2014. During the pandemic, he composed and released his debut album, “Odisea Gorila,” and a collection of cello compositions. He also recorded “Espejos en la Arena” with the University Orchestra of Puebla in Mexico.
Jorge Carrilho is a drummer with vast musical experience, having played in several renowned bands and accompanied musicians and artists from both national and international scenes.
Invited Artists:
Michele Tomaz – soprano. Michele obtained her Bachelor’s degree in Singing and Lyrical Art at the University of São Paulo in 2011. Later, she completed a Master’s degree in Singing, specializing in Performance and Music Education. Michele is a versatile performer and educator, active in the Algarve region.
Anastasia Maystrenko – a visual artist and animator, she has crafted mesmerizing video art projections for the live shows of the Fusion Project. Her works seamlessly blend charming frame-by-frame animation with experiments involving light and textures. After completing her master’s degree in audiovisual media arts in Latvia, Anastasia has participated in various festivals and concerts, collaborating with creators of experimental electronic music as well as classical composers.
Daniel Marques – a saxophonist. Daniel began his musical journey at Sociedade Filarmónica Silvense. Collaborating with renowned artists and joining the Orquestra de Sopros do Algarve in 2008, he later graduated in Saxophone Interpretation from the University of Évora. Daniel founded the Saxophone Quartet of the University of Évora, 4SaxUÉ, and actively contributes to various music institutions as a teacher. Currently pursuing a Master’s in Music Education at the University of Évora, Daniel continues his vibrant career as a saxophonist and educator.
Diego Gonzalez – a trumpet player, music producer, and DJ from Chile, currently based in Lisbon. 
Throughout his musical career, Diego was the trumpet player for the renowned band Newen Afrobeat, performing at national and international events. He ventured into a solo career in recent years, seamlessly blending genres like hip-hop, jazz, and electronic music