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REDUTA JAZZ CLUB
Národní 20, Praha 1
REDUTA JAZZ CLUB – PROGRAM

WORLD MUSIC WAVE 12.7.-27.7.2014
„Obsessions Octet channels emotions into something more romantic. It’s not romance in a sugary, predictable style, but with a robust sound that supports a flood of musical communication. Together since 2005 the group combines the lineup of a typical jazz quartet (sax-piano-bass-drums) with a classical string quartet in a lush sound that appeals to jazz and classical fans.“ – Roger Levesque, Edmonton Journal

KENT SANGSTER saxophones, JOANNA CIAPKA-SANGSTER violin
NEDA YAMACH violin, LEANNE MAITLAND viola
RONDA METSZIES cello, JOHN TAYLOR bass
CHRIS ANDREW piano, OWEN HOWARD drums

The Octet consists of two quartets: a classical string quartet and a jazz quartet (sax – piano – bass – drums). The ensemble plays chamber – jazz over a mix of material that leaves space for improvisation. Although coming from different parts of the world those eight unique musical individuals make their home in Edmonton, Alberta (Canada).

Their distinct sound is an elegant blend of sound is an elegant blend of classical, latin and jazz elements, performing works by Astor Piazzolla, Chucho Valdes, Cole Porter and a collection of Kent Sangster’s original compositions. The group has put out two notable recordings OBSESSION (2006), a mix of jazz standards and works by tango master Piazzolla and originals by Sangster; and MELODIA (2010), including works by Piazzolla, Afro-Cuban influences with music by Valdes, as well as more Latin oriented works by Sangster.