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Thursday, July 9
In the proud progressive rock tradition of Kate Bush and Pink Floyd, this virtuoso violinist, and humanitarian activist brings her band to elevate our spirit with her music of many moods. Her fiery solos and vocals of abandon draw us into an ecstasy at once elegant, graceful and unflinchingly honest. Funk mastermind George Clinton, with whom she has shared the stage, calls her "the Jimi Hendrix of the violin."
Visit Lily Haydn at www.lilihaydn.com and www.myspace.com/lilihaydn
This evening made possible by sponsorship by the Nichols Foundation |
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Thursday, July 16
This distinguished group of West African master musicians celebrates highlife music, which ruled the West African club scene before the age of disco. The rare and beautiful music's lilting harmonies and infectious rhythms will motivate your feet as it did those of a generation of African youth.
Visit West African Highlife Band at www.africanmusicsource.com/west_african_highlife_band/ |
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Thursday, July 23
This earthy-voiced Jamaica Queens, New York soul sister and pop chanteuse offers reflective, gently urgent lyrics, sophisticated harmonies and a sensuous, low-key groove. Socially conscious and hopeful, it's music to let us see more deeply into each other and reconnect.
Visit Morley at www.morleymusic.org and www.myspace.com/morleymusic |
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Thursday, July 30
Rooted in the Hasidic chant of her Brooklyn childhood, singer Basya Schechter's hauntingly beautiful vocals swirl amidst flutes, percussion and strings. From this diverse group of exceptional musicians expect an exquisite blend of elements from the Levant, Africa and the Middle East. Delicate, detailed and endlessly surprising.
Visit Phaorah’s Daughter at www.pharaohsdaughter.com and www.myspace.com/pharaohsdaughter |
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Thursday, August 6
Classically trained, jazz-inspired urban violin-duo and their DJ induce hypnotic states with their mesmerizing heavy hip-hop rhythms. Fed by gospel and R&B, they take the violin to zones previously unknown.
Visit Black Violin at www.blackviolin.net and www.myspace.com/dknex
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Thursday, August 13
Enormous harps, drums you can walk into! Referencing modern, popular and classical musical genres, the M.A.S.S. ensemble combines astonishing invented musical instruments and sonic sculpture with traditional instruments in kinetic, visual performances that invite you to an unforgettable multi-sensory interactive experience.
Visit M.A.S.S. at www.massensemble.com and www.myspace.com/massensemblemusic
This evening made possible by sponsorship from the Mortimer Levitt Foundation
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Thursday, August 20
This 1Lion Records recording artist’s grasp of reggae is so authentic, he has stood in Bob Marley’s place as lead singer of the legendary Wailers during years of tours. In songs made up of a distinctive blend of groovy beats and island rhythms; Elan sings of concerns spiritual, political and of the heart, revealing the many facets of union, both sacred and profane.
Visit ELAN at www.ELAN music.com and www.myspace.com/elansmusic
This evening made possible by sponsorship from the Mortimer Levitt Foundation
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Thursday, August 27
This heartfelt, playful and stylish accordionist and violinist and his band explore the roots of Louisiana's Creole music. The polyrhythmic and syncopated sounds of the Caribbean and his soaring, soulful vocals evoke a time long ago.
Visit Cedric Watson at www.cedricwatson.com and www.myspace.com/cedricwatson |
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Thursday, September 3
With her smooth voice and world-class songwriting talent, this South African nu-jazz singer presents music unique, organic and empowering. Influences from old-school R&B can be heard in her trans-cultural mix, an always soulful positivity and a lot of groove.
Visit LIRA at www.misslira.co.za and www.myspace.com/missliramusic
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Thursday, September 10
This modern country rock band with a female vocalist and a tight collection of seasoned players puts on an electrifying show. Their upbeat, melodic songs crafted to conjoin the overall experience of living in America will set your toes a-tapping. Their music has recently been used in the Walt Disney film "Race to Witch Mountain."
Visit Brokedown Cadillac at www.brokedowncadillac.net & www.myspace.com/brokedowncadillacband |
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