Brazilian guitar virtuoso Marcelo Nami & Israeli expermental jazz composer Amir Weiss’ Guitar Duo was formed in March 2017. Together they created their own musical language, which is derived from the musical worlds of both guitarists, Brazilian music, Jazz, Rock, Israeli music, Flamenco, improvisation and musical freedom.
The duo plays original music, and creates a unique connection between Brazil and the Middle East. They perform special arrangements of Brazilian modern music by composers of the new generation such as Egberto Gismonti and Hermeto Pascoal, renew traditional Choro pieces and play surprising arrangements of Israeli music.
During August 2019 the duo went on a tour in Brazil, Marcelo’s homeland, the duo performed in many Festivals including -
Jazz Globus festival, Jerusalem (October 2020)
Felicja Blumental International Music Festival, Tel aviv (August 2021)
I’m a Guitar” Festival at Tzavta Theater, Tel Aviv (November 2021)
Israel Showcase Music Festival at the Yellow Submarine, Jeruslaem (November 2022)
AglanJazz Festival, Aglantzia, Cyprus (July 2023).
Jazz On The Edge Festival, Mitzpe Ramon (December 2023)