Isa & Gabriel are a world-class musical duo whose artistry weaves Old World romance with electrifying Latin passion. With more than two decades of experience and over 1,000 performances across New York, the United States, South America, and Europe, they stand among the most distinguished and sought-after live music ensembles for discerning clients who demand uncompromising excellence.
Specializing in Gypsy Jazz, tango, flamenco, bolero, Brazilian bossa nova, and timeless jazz standards, Isa & Gabriel deliver the depth and richness of a full band within an intimate duo format. Their performances transition effortlessly from the refined elegance of cocktail-hour serenades to the vibrant, interactive energy of a Gypsy Jazz Caravan celebration—filled with storytelling, joy, and irresistible rhythms. Singing with soulful conviction in English, Spanish, and Portuguese, they craft an atmosphere that is at once cinematic and profoundly intimate, adapting with artistry to the unique spirit of every occasion.
Isadora Benítez
A New York-based vocalist and guitarist, Isadora possesses a rare blend of classical precision and authentic Latin warmth. Holding a Master of Music degree, she brings jazz sophistication together with the intimate, lyrical style of Brazilian icons such as Rosa Passos, Gal Costa, and João Gilberto, while drawing inspiration from Mercedes Sosa, Sarah Vaughan, and Django Reinhardt. Her voice and guitar create moments of exquisite elegance and deep emotional resonance.
Gabriel Hermida
A virtuoso guitarist, composer, and arranger, Gabriel fuses the fire of tango and flamenco with the elegance of jazz and classical technique. Also a Master of Music graduate, he has performed internationally with tap legend Savion Glover and produced acclaimed New York productions, including Ultra Tango, About Django Reinhardt, Jobim & Piazzolla, and celebrated tributes to Edith Piaf, Barbra Streisand, and the Gipsy Kings. His dynamic playing anchors the duo’s signature passion and sophistication.
Classically trained and performing at the highest professional level, Isa & Gabriel sight-read, interpret, and collaborate with seamless mastery. They have shared the stage with legendary artists including The Gipsy Kings, Leo Dan, Piero, José Luis Rodríguez “El Puma,” Savion Glover, Jack DeJohnette, Richard Bona, and John McLaughlin.
Their performances have illuminated the world’s most prestigious venues, among them: Lincoln Center Jazz Atrium • Blue Note New York • United Palace Theater • BB King Blues Club • SummerStage Central Park • New York Athletic Club • Flatiron Room • Fine and Rare • Théâtre de la Ville (Paris) • Monte Carlo • Hyatt Hotels • Norwegian Cruise Line • and many more.
Currently presenting their acclaimed project “Latin & Swing”—a vibrant cross-cultural journey that fuses Brazilian and Argentine rhythms with Gypsy Jazz and flamenco—Isa & Gabriel bring an unforgettable combination of refinement, passion, and world-class musicianship to every wedding, corporate event, and private celebration.They do not merely perform.
They transform each evening into a timeless, legendary experience.
Musical Influences
Isa & Gabriel’s signature sound is the result of a lifelong immersion in the world’s richest musical traditions. Their artistry reflects a sophisticated fusion shaped by masters across genres and continents.
They draw profound inspiration from jazz legends such as Django Reinhardt, Sarah Vaughan, John McLaughlin, and Richard Bona — absorbing impeccable phrasing, improvisational brilliance, and rhythmic depth. The intimate poetry of Brazilian music remains at the heart of their style, influenced by João Gilberto, Gal Costa, Rosa Passos, and Antonio Carlos Jobim.
From the Latin American canon they channel the emotional depth of Mercedes Sosa, the dramatic intensity of Astor Piazzolla, and the timeless romance of Carlos Gardel. The virtuosity of flamenco master Paco de Lucía and the infectious fire of the Gipsy Kings further inform their dynamic rhythms and commanding stage presence.
Their work with icons including Savion Glover, Leo Dan, José Luis Rodríguez “El Puma,” and Piero — alongside their acclaimed tributes to Édith Piaf, Barbra Streisand, and Liza Minnelli — has enriched their interpretive range and theatrical sensibility.
This rich multicultural heritage allows Isa & Gabriel to move seamlessly between jazz, tango, flamenco, bossa nova, and beyond — delivering performances that are technically masterful, emotionally resonant, and unmistakably their own.
