Prester & Samargia
Band
Prester & Samargia is a powerhouse quintet led by pianist-composer Robert Prester and vocalist-arranger Adriana Samargia, known for genre-blending artistry and an electrifying stage presence. Fusing funky fusion, Latin and Brazilian rhythms, jazz standards, and reimagined pop, the ensemble delivers a cinematic, high-energy sound that’s both richly textured and emotionally charged.
What began as a creative partnership between Robert and Adriana has evolved into a tight-knit collective of virtuoso collaborators: Zachary Guise on bass, Gusten Rudolph on drums and Mila Samargia on vocals. Their arrangements are deeply layered, rhythmically intricate, and vocally lush—elevated by each player’s unique chemistry onstage. From transforming an ‘80s pop hit into a blazing jazz waltz to diving into hard-swinging bebop or a fiery samba, the Prester & Samargia Quintet offers an unforgettable experience that ignites audiences and breathes bold new life into the jazz tradition.