Musical Theatre | Music Director
July 29-August 18
Sebastian Natal is an Uruguayan multifaceted artist who excels as a multi-instrumentalist, producer, and audiovisual director. From an early age, he received formal training in classical piano and pursued skills in various instruments such as bass, percussion, trumpet, trombone, and vocals. He navigates a diverse array of musical genres, including Candombe, Salsa, Samba, Tango, Afro-Peruvian music, Cuban timba, Latin jazz, Argentine folklore, and Cuban son.
Sebastian has graced stages worldwide, performing in Europe (Spain, Italy, Switzerland, Netherlands, England, Belgium, Turkey, and France), Asia (China), and the Americas (United States, Canada, Panama, Brazil, Dominican Republic, Cuba, Colombia, Argentina, Uruguay, among others). His notable appearances include venues such as Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center in NYC, BB KING NYC, American Airlines in Miami and Dallas, Teatro de Verano in Uruguay, Yankee Stadium, and more.
Currently, Sebastian Natal serves as the bassist for the Pedrito Martínez Group, a musical ensemble recognized on the global stage. The group garnered significant acclaim with Grammy nominations for Best Latin Jazz Album in 2014 and Best Contemporary Album in 2021. Beyond this, Sebastian also leads various personal projects, including S.N. Candombe Fusion, Sebastian Natal & The Orchestra, & Grupo Sensación, showcasing his versatility as an artist and his ability to effortlessly transcend musical boundaries.
In the realm of audiovisual direction, Sebastian embarked on an independent journey in 2016, driven by a desire to create original content that would address a gap in candombe-related narratives. His documentary De La Raíz a La Esencia is a testament to his dedication to preserving and sharing the rich heritage of candombe. This project was met with critical acclaim and earned a nomination for Best Long-Form Documentary Video at the prestigious Uruguayan Graffiti Awards (2023), further solidifying Sebastian’s status as a multifaceted and visionary artist. For more information, please visit sebastiannatal.com/.
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