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Meet the Bands -
Renowned throughout the Philadelphia region for their warm, engaging, and sophisticated performances, our ensembles and musical artists offer a rich repertoire that blends jazz standards with fresh, contemporary arrangements alongside vibrant selections from New Orleans, Caribbean, South African jazz, Brazilian, World, and original compositions by our featured artists - there’s something unforgettable and deeply personal about hearing original music performed by the very artists who created it.
· Laurent Bass Jazz Collective (Trio, Quartet) - Laurent Bass Jazz Collective is an innovative Philadelphia-based band that incorporates diverse cultural influences and contemporary arrangements to craft its own distinctive style. Its eclectic live performances showcase American jazz, Latin, Afro Cuban, Caribbean jazz and World Beat, alongside original compositions.
· MïxT BeatZ – (Duo, Trio) – Multi-instrumentalist and saxophonist Laurent Bass creates sophisticated and upbeat soundscapes through original compositions/remix in electro acoustic genre in addition to innovative jazz performances.
· Rio Rhythm Project – Philadelphia-based, Rio Rhythm Project brings the rich and vibrant sounds of Brazilian music, from choro to samba, bossa nova and Brazilian jazz to their performances.
· Mélange – Mélange Jazz Collective is a versatile and inventive Philadelphia ensemble who works in the World Beat, Blues, Funk, and Jazz scenes.
· Bert Harris - Laurent Bass Duo –Laurent Bass (clarinet, tenor saxophone) and Bert Harris (double bass). Repertoire includes jazz standards, New Orleans jazz, South African jazz, jazzy R&B, and original compositions.
Associate bands:
· Gumbo Nouveau – A dynamic Philadelphia-based band known for its captivating performances of New Orleans Jazz, Funk, Caribbean Jazz, Reggae, Blues, World Rhythms, R&B, and original compositions.
· AfroJazz Collective – (Quartet, Quintet) – Led by bassist Bert Harris, Afro Jazz Collective delivers captivating performances that pay homage to South African jazz icons like Abdullah Ibrahim, Johnny Dyani, Bheki Mseleku, and Winston Ngozi, as well as performing original compositions.
· Classical and Jazz Soloists - (Pianists, cellists, guitarists, violinists) - Showcasing individual masterful musicianship, these soloists bring their talent and creativity of classical and jazz music to the stage.
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