Born from the fusion of cultures, sounds and rhythms from around the world, Marea is the guitar duo of Gabriele Sagone and Roberto Belpanno. Their music flows through bossa nova, tango, milonga, Latin jazz, blues and pop, blending original compositions and improvisation in which the instrument becomes an extension of the soul—like a tide that can gently cradle or powerfully overwhelm.

With a classical background and experience in the singer-songwriter and pop scene, Gabriele meets Roberto’s rock and fusion influences, alongside his work in production and arrangement. Together, they have performed across Italy, from Sicily to Turin, created live scores for silent film festivals, and founded Ukulele del Sorriso, a project bringing concerts and music therapy into hospitals. It is through this initiative that the ukulele entered their sound—a journey that continues to expand, embracing new instruments and sonic possibilities.