The Bashkir State Philharmonic of Khusain Akhmetov continues his acquaintance with the participants of the XXI International Jazz Festival "Pink Panther", which will be held from 7 to 9 April. This year, "Panther" has attracted many new names, among which is the eminent vocalist from the US Mary McBride.

The world star - refined, fascinating and incredibly energetic Mary McBride - was recognized after singing the song "No One's Gonna Love You Like Me". This composition became a soundtrack to the famous film "Brokeback Mountain", and in 2006 was awarded the "Oscar" as the best soundtrack of the film.

In Russia, the singer has been repeatedly, but in Ufa comes for the first time. It is recognized that she fell in love with our country.

"As envoys of culture, we share our music. We meet with people, we dispel fears and misunderstandings, "says the lady-jazz.

The group "Mary McBride Band" performing all over the world, gives hundreds of live concerts a year. The vocalist collaborates with cult musicians - Jerry Lee Lewis and Elton John. Repeatedly performed with the legendary Joe Cocker. Her manner of performance inherent daring experiments: a mix of neo-folk, soul, rock, rock'n'roll, surf and bluegrass. A searing mixture, but the singer knows how to conquer the public! This is all the inimitable Mary McBride!

In Ufa she among other compositions, of course, will perform her Oscar-winning hit.