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Nick Gontarski is a Brazilian bassist based in South Yorkshire. Specialising in electric bass and double bass, he is known for his solid time feel, musical sensitivity and professional approach, making him a reliable choice for touring, theatre and session work.
Nick holds a music degree from the School of Music and Fine Arts of Paraná (EMBAP) and is currently studying for a Bachelor of Music in Jazz at Leeds Conservatoire. His studies have developed his skills in performance, improvisation, sight-reading and ensemble playing.
He has toured extensively with major theatre and tribute productions including The Simon and Garfunkel Story, The Roy Orbison Story, The Roy Orbison Songbook, Rockin’ 70s, Queen II, This Is Queen! and Crazy Little Thing Called Queen. These productions require consistency and the ability to deliver high-quality performances night after night.
Alongside touring, Nick regularly works as a dep bassist for a wide range of artists and bands such as The Will Blake Band, BFAC, Chadwell Creek, Honeymooners, Blue Lion, MIB, MK, The Misters and Kikosi. He enjoys working across pop, rock, funk, soul and jazz, and is always keen to collaborate with original and emerging artists.
Nick’s goal is to continue building a long-term career as a touring and recording bassist across the UK and Europe.