Music: Zoe Rahman’s Bengali Jazz Fusion
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- Music: Zoe Rahman’s Bengali Jazz Fusion
- Jazz quintet defies musical mediocrity
- Limelight calendar
- Holding Jazz Electronica to a Higher Standard
Music: Zoe Rahman’s Bengali Jazz Fusion
Croydon Advertiser UK
“We were worried at what the reception would be but it’s been really good. “Especially when we’ve had Asian people in the audience they’ve been proud we’re doing music that doesn’t get played in that way. Croydon audiences will be able to hear the fusion of Bengali and jazz music themselves this week when Zoe and Idris Rahman come to Croydon Clocktower. The show features Zoe’s regular jazz trio partners drummer Gene Calderazzo and bassist li Hayhurst as well as other guest musicians. “I’ve played in Croydon Clocktower a couple of times before and I really loved the space – it’s a bit like playing in a library. “People don’t need any particular knowledge of jazz or Bengali music to enjoy the show because everyone has said how accessible it is. “That’s what I really love about jazz – it’s a totally different experience when you hear it live and something anyone can appreciate.
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Jazz quintet defies musical mediocrity
University Daily Kansan KS
?Jazz is such an intertwined part of our history as a country? Scouffas said. ?It?s a great way to explore history as well as music. ?The quintet is the official resident ensemble of JazzReach Inc. a New York City-based organization formed in 1994 to promote perform and teach jazz music. Schuman who is the founder of JazzReach said the quintet toured the country to expose audiences of all ages to jazz music and to help them gain a greater appreciation and understanding of the American jazz art form. Tonight?s performance will feature Keyon Harrold on trumpet and professional actor Beresford Bennett who will narrate the program. Schuman said the program was called ?Stolen Moments? after the early experiences of African Americans who faced oppression but sought freedom in music.
Limelight calendar
Tallahassee.com FL
Quincy Main Street Jazz Festival: Featuring jazz music by the Fusion Band and three exhibits at the Gadsden Arts Center. Refreshments available.
Holding Jazz Electronica to a Higher Standard
New York Times United States
Craig Taborn a keyboardist of exploratory temperament is one of a handful of American musicians bringing steady refinement to the field. Five years ago he released “Junk Magic” (Thirsty Ear) a smart effort at cross-pollination that now sounds only slightly dated. Since then working mainly as a featured sideman he has upgraded his arsenal and sharpened his attack. n Tuesday night Mr.