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The Jazz Urbane is a contemporary recording/performing collective which embraces and is infused with great R&B song-writing, melodies, band grooves and style. Not really a “New Movement”, just a new configuration of mindset/artistry. It is a “Collaborative Of Artists”, a music that crosses several bridges. This is music that has grown from urban places and thrives because of creative musicians who are tapped into the people, and into progressive, music- art that is urbane, hip and non-categorical. The Jazz Urbane represents too, the rise of frustration among musicians with “non-musical culture” dominating mainstream radio, music, media.
Ron Reid and the Liberty Quintet
Ron Reid is a bassist, steel drummer, educator and composer. The Trinidadian-born musician is also a Professor of Contemporary Writing and Production at Berklee College of Music. He has performed with Randy Weston, Carmen Lundy, Dave Samuels Caribbean Jazz Project as well as a host of notable calypso and soca artists. He has three CDs...
Candombe meets Bostonia!
Alejandra Gala is a trumpet player from Uruguay, South America. She has been immersed in Uruguayan traditional music called Candombe. Alejandra's music transmits a message that configures within each listener. She is interested in exploring the connection between different languages, rhythms, and traditions.“Music is a sacred space where I seek who I am. As an improviser...
Sam Spear
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Jesse Taitt
Jesse Taitt is a multifaceted pianist, composer, arranger, and educator with a rich musical journey. He holds a dual degree in Jazz Composition and Professional Music from Berklee College of Music, where he refined his sensitivity and technical prowess. Starting at the Boston Arts Academy, Jesse cultivated his musicality studying Classical music with Boston Conservatory...
Alyssa Barker and Chris Bramel
Alyssa Barker is a versatile and accomplished violinist, captivating audiences with her extraordinary talent and undeniable passion for music. A graduate of the prestigious Berklee College of Music, with extensive ensemble experience across various genres, including classical symphonies, jazz ensembles, chamber orchestras, and popular music bands, Alyssa's artistic versatility knows no bounds.Alyssa's talent has graced...
Zahili Gonzalez Zamora
Zahili Gonzalez Zamora is a Cuban pianist, composer, bandleader, arranger, and educator. She feels most defined by her Cuban heritage and her status as an immigrant. Her passion for music has taken her to Canada, to South East Asia and, now, to the United States. Her rich musical background, career experience and extraordinary improvisation skills...