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🌟 Michele Rosewoman, a fearless innovator in the world of music, leads the New Yor-Uba Ensemble with brilliance and passion. A Lifetime Achievement Award recipient, her impact as a pianist, composer, and educator is undeniable. Prepare to be amazed by her artistry! 🎵🎹 #MicheleRosewoman #MusicInnovation #artistry
Michele Rosewoman’s New Yor-Uba Marks 40 Years at Dizzy’s Lincoln Center and Launches Regional Tour September 19 & 20, 2023 | Purchase Tixs Here: 2023.jazz.org/...
Prepare to be transported on a journey through time and culture as Michele Rosewoman’s New Yor-Uba ensemble graces the stage at Dizzy's Lincoln Center on September 19th and 20th, 2023. With a legacy spanning four remarkable decades, this musical celebration promises to captivate audiences with its fusion of contemporary jazz and Cuban folkloric music.
"Two big cultural streams flowing simultaneously ...ancient and experimental at the same time, and capacious enough to include more and more." -- Ben Ratliff, The New York Times
"Dazzling tracks...startling for its balance of unfettered improvisation and undiluted Cuban folklore within a complex and often grand structure...stylistic swagger and spiritual heft..." -- Larry Blumenfeld, The Wall Street Journal
Since its groundbreaking inception in 1983, pianist/composer Michele Rosewoman’s New Yor-Uba ensemble has served as a dynamic crossroads where contemporary jazz luminaries and Cuban folkloric music masters converge. Returning to the iconic Dizzy's Lincoln Center, Michele Rosewoman and her ensemble are set to commemorate their remarkable 40-year journey. Their music speaks volumes; their 30-year anniversary release in 2013 was honored with the #1 NPR Latin Jazz Recording of the Year Award. The groundbreaking "Hallowed" project, a testament to their creativity, secured the #3 NPR Latin Jazz Recording of 2019.
This special celebration will feature the mesmerizing bassist Yunior Terry, a long-standing collaborator of New Yor-Uba, alongside the ensemble's newest member, the versatile vocalist and folklorist Roger Consiglio. Also gracing the stage is the master folklorist Roman Diaz, whose integral role and 15-year collaboration with the ensemble have greatly contributed to its distinctive sound.
A trailblazing band leader, Michele Rosewoman has fearlessly explored new horizons while keeping her roots firmly entrenched in tradition. Her artistic growth and ability to continually surprise her audience have earned her a Lifetime Achievement Award from M3: Mentorship for Musicians, recognizing her exceptional contributions as a pianist, composer, ensemble leader, and educator.
New Yor-Uba's repertoire comprises Rosewoman's original compositions and visionary arrangements, seamlessly weaving a tapestry of spiritually-infused Cuban music. The ensemble embraces diverse Cuban musical forms, including Yorùbá (Nigeria), Arará (Dahomey), Abakuá (Calabar), son, guiro, and rumba. This blend is a testament to the ensemble's vitality and Rosewoman's ongoing commitment to expanding their musical boundaries.
PERFORMANCE LINEUP: Michele Rosewoman, piano/vocals/music director, Alex Norris, trumpet, Chris Washburne, trombone, tuba, Mike Thomas, alto/soprano saxophones, Stacy Dillard, tenor saxophone, Yunior Terry, bass, Robby Ameen, drums, Rafael Monteagudo, percussion, Román Díaz, percussion, vocals, Abraham Rodriguez, percussion, vocals and Roger Consiglio, vocals.
Additional promotional support is generously provided by HABANA/HARLEM®.
After the festivities at Dizzy's Lincoln Center, the New Yor-Uba 40th anniversary celebration will take center stage with an exhilarating New England tour spanning October 23-29. This tour will introduce a captivating addition: alto saxophonist Greg Osby, along with the perennially featured master folklorist Roman Diaz. This tour promises an immersive and enriching experience, encompassing a diverse range of activities.
These activities are set to include enlightening panels and lecture-conversations delving into Afro-Cuban and African spirituality. The itinerary also features engaging concerts showcasing the full ensemble, followed by interactive post-concert talkback sessions. Particularly noteworthy are the concerts dedicated to Afro-Cuban sacred music, culminating in a poignant church service on October 29th.
Furthermore, the tour will offer a composing/arranging workshop hosted at the Boston University School of Music, providing an opportunity for musical growth and exploration. In addition, the itinerary encompasses class visits in the realms of Religion and Art History, fostering educational interactions with the academic community.
With an array of captivating events designed to engage and enrich, the New England tour promises to be an unforgettable extension of the New Yor-Uba 40th anniversary extravaganza.
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