Concert Series: African Rhythms Alumni Quintet
The African Rhythms Alumni Quintet bears direct witness to Dr. Weston’s brilliant integration of African aesthetics with the spirit of jazz that was cultivated by piano legendries like Duke Ellington, Thelonius Monk, Count Basie, Nat King Cole, and Earl Hines. The sonic foundations of Weston’s trailblazing style include the dynamic drum polyrhythms of West Africa, the use of jazzy horns and plucked guitars from Ghanaian highlife music, and Ellington’s orchestral approach to the piano.
By bringing the unique “sound” of Weston’s compositions and arrangements to the stage, the African Rhythms Alumni Quintet transmits what – in Weston’s view – must be heard as the very “spirit” of his person. This is made possible by the world-class musicianship of T.K. Blue (saxophone/flute/musical director), Chief Baba Neil Clarke (percussion), Alex Blake (bass), Ku-umba Frank Lacy (trombone), and Sharp Radway (piano).
Event Links
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Tickets: https://go.evvnt.com/3404749-1
