About Gio
"Gio's music reflects his dedication and devotion to his craft. He leaves the audiences mesmerized with his abilities".
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-El Javi
Classical and jazz pianist, singer-songwriter, and accomplished Latin guitarist, Gio has played at venues like the Denver Performing Arts Complex, Dazzle Jazz Lounge, and Newman Center for the Performing Arts, and continues to captivate audiences across Colorado.
Born and raised in Tbilisi, Georgia (the country, not the state), Gio studied classical piano and oboe through the Tbilisi State Conservatory. The rippling socioeconomic effect of the Soviet Union's collapse, as well as continued occupation of his country by Russia, eventually led Gio's family to relocate to the US.
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During that time, Gio played whatever instrument he could: the accordion in grandpa's basement, hours of bus stop harmonica practice, a borrowed bass that a friend had no room for, a thrift store mandolin that was too cheap to pass up...
"I have rarely encountered a guitarist who can master the most complex songs at a world-class level while sounding like two guitarists playing simultaneously.
Gio Bard Zero combines energy, dynamics, and an intelligent touch on the instrument. He truly has it all".
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-Filippo Dall'Asta
After seeing Marty McFly shred Johnny B Goode in "Back to the Future", Gio obsessed over the guitar, first learning dozens of classic rock solos and later getting enamored by flamenco and jazz. Then, at a now-defunct coffee shop, his entire world was rocked attending his first open mic.
Inspired by the captivating songwriters there, Gio began writing his own eclectic songs, which developed into elaborate arrangements that came to life in his crowdfunded record "Songs of Life and Death". The live theatrical counterpart (involving the now trademark Wizard persona, which has a story of its own) debuted at the Denver Performing Arts Complex last year.
"Gio Bard Zero is clearly a very experienced and skilled pianist".
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-Joe Marshall
In addition to performing as a singer-songwriter, Gio studied Jazz Piano at MSU Denver and continues pushing boundaries of instrumental music, playing private and public concerts that consist of sublime classical pieces, tasteful arrangements of jazz tunes, and energetic flamenco numbers.
Professional Photos
Client Reviews
"Music is Magic" Concept
MUSIC
Promo Video
Gio's work as a Classical and Jazz pianist,
Flamenco guitarist, and singer-songwriter
"Songs of Life and Death" is out now on all platforms!
With the release of "Songs of Life and Death", Gio wanted to go beyond the music to truly bring the album to life. In November of 2023, the immersive theatrical performance featuring costumes, a 6-piece band of multi-instrumentalists, and the trademark Wizard persona premiered at the Denver Performing Arts Complex. Not long after, a slew of posters began appearing in Denver, alleging that Gio Bard Zero is not a real wizard. How will Gio clear his name?
Public Appearances
This year my calendar is mostly filled with private events but you can still catch me out and about on these dates:
THU
OCT 17
Dazzle Denver
Piano Lounge
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10pm - 11am
SAT
OCT 19
Monarch at Blackhawk
Bistro Mariposa
(with trio)
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7pm - 10pm
SUN
OCT 27
TBA Event in Santa Fe with Craig Winston
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7pm - 10pm
FRI
NOV 8
Cherry Hills Country Club
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5pm - 8pm
FRI
NOV 22
Monarch at Blackhawk
Bistro Mariposa
(with trio)
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7pm - 10pm
SAT
NOV 23
Monarch at Blackhawk
Bistro Mariposa
(with trio)
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7pm - 10pm
FRI
NOV 29
Monarch at Blackhawk
Bistro Mariposa
(with trio)
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7pm - 10pm
SAT
NOV 30
Monarch at Blackhawk
Bistro Mariposa
(with trio)
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7pm - 10pm
Taylor F, WI
"I hired Gio for two corporate events in July. I was wildly impressed with him from the very beginning. Gio was communicative, professional, kind, and incredibly talented. I would recommend Gio for any event you’re looking to make a splash at."
Jacci G, CO
"Gio was incredible! I hired him for my husbands 70th backyard Birthday. Gio and I chatted a lot about the music my husband likes, he knew them all!"
Joe M, CO
"Gio could not have been more professional for our wedding. He came well prepared and had clearly put time and effort into learning the 5-6 pieces for our wedding ceremony."
Contact
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email me directly at gio@bardzero.com
For booking inquiries go to the booking page