Batković’s artistry as a composer is on the tract of the classical music tradition of minimalism, in a virtuous creation that overcomes abyss between melodies and patterns. He is the author who adds his own discourse to the tradition of minimalism in art music, enhancing it with the richness of changing minimalist motifs that do … Continued
The poetic journey through the Sephardic music tradition is embroidered with gentle reinterpretative sophistication. The project En El Amor is in love with Sephardic novels and lullabies, with a stunning creativity that is just enchanting. In En El Amor’s reinterpretation, Sephardic tradition remains faithful to itself, but in a gentle companionship with its innovative heirs. … Continued
Wonderful versatility and creative energy are almost too big for the scene, but enough for the dance floor. Kompost 3 know (no) genres, with their versatility, eluding every definition, and determining precisely their own sound, they offer genuine energy that is their personal signature. Martin Eberle, trumpet, slide trumpet Benny Omerzell, keyboards Manuel Mayr, bass … Continued
An experiment fearless of unexplored sound challenges but in love with the melodic tradition. Hermia-Ceccaldi-Darrifourcq is a trio that does not fear unexplored sound spheres, always carrying the breath of melody with themselves, knowingly crossing the boundaries of (un)known, they are outstanding in their unique adventure. Manuel Hermia, saxophones Valentin Ceccaldi, cello Sylvain Darrifourcq, drums … Continued
An inspirational multi-instrumental dialogue between two individual voices that encourage and supplement each other, creating music as in an everlasting flux. Parker and Drake are two multi-instrumentalists who speak their own language of music, with the same melody and rhythm, leaving no time for rest. The captivating personality of their music leads us through a … Continued
Saxophone in the energetic and innovative sound metamorphosis through unorthodox free improvisation that makes Gustafsson a true sound artist. Gustafsson’s gives a new meaning to free improvisation, ensured by the endless potential of the instrument and the author’s personal creative expression. His intense performances open an exciting world of sound and sounding, uncompromising and original, … Continued
A grand sound finale of the Musick and Magick Program with the compositions of dramatic filmic aura opposed to every classification, in the interpretations of a remarkable trio. These fascinating musical pieces in minimalist manner blend metal, noise and jazz through powerful improvisations, which elevates the concept of experiment to a completely new level. John … Continued
Among some of the most sensual creations of John Zorn, there are two books of Madrigals scored for a capella ensemble. These vocal counterpoint challenges are inspired by the poetry of British romantic poet Shelley, in the subtle spirituality that permeates through the music from first note to last. Jane Sheldon, vocal Elizabeth Bates, vocal … Continued
Modern chamber music filled with beautiful details and dramatic passions composed for superior musicians. Nova Express combines quirky atonal lyricism of Zorn’s classical music with the intimate virtuosity of Masada songbook. Scored for a modern jazz quartet of vibes, piano, bass and drums, this is one more dynamic and moody representation of John Zorn’s compositional … Continued
Artist to whom it has been said that he plays classical music as a jazz pianist and jazz as a classical pianist, said that it seems as if he awaited for John Zorn to write Bagatelles, which combine contemporary composition with improvisation. One of the most significant improvisational artists of new generation, Marsella will remind … Continued
Contemplative sound images of Lunar magic, in the emotional interpretations of two exceptional guitarists. Lage and Riley bring romantic scenery of summer evenings, inspired by Shakespearean imagery. Midsummer Moons evokes the magic of the Moon, for millennia a subject of deep fascination, a symbol of love, lust, madness and dreams. Julian Lage, guitar Gyan Riley, … Continued
Music that inexorably seduces with its expression, offering both challenge and peacefulness. One of the world’s most accomplished cellists performs the repertoire of Masada, of which he was a vital member from the very beginning. His remarkable technique and an impressible relationship with the sound enrich every piece, leaving no space for compromises. Erik Friedlander, … Continued
Deemed “superheroes of the new music world”, JACK Quartet is the go-to quartet for contemporary music, creating without compromise impeccable interpretations of modern musical repertoire. Chris Otto, violin Austin Wulliman, violin John Pickford Richards, viola Jay Campbell, cello Steve Gosling, piano Program: Necronomicon Obscure Objects of Desire The Unseen Jack Quartet website width=”560″ height=”315″ frameborder=”0″ … Continued
John Zorn presents his compositions in the encounter with the open-form concept that leaves the performer with the creative freedom in real-time. In the interactive communication of outstanding musicians, the most exciting world is born, made of improvisation and composition. Steve Gosling, piano Jay Campbell, cello Alex Lipowski, vibraphone Shanir Ezra Blumenkranz, bass Kenny Grohowski, … Continued
An improvisational experimental pilgrimage through the film works of American artists Harry Smith and Wallace Berman. The quartet will provide the voice for the motion images of important artistic figures of the 20th century American cultural history. Smith and Berman’s modern interdisciplinary approach marked the world of “beat generation” and bebop, leaving the opus that … Continued
The trio presents the best of John Zorn’s chamber music, a dramatic world of sound in tension between whisper and scream. Three musicians in various combinations will perform the fragments of significant opus of chamber music by John Zorn, who manages to arouse emotions with remarkable craft and expression, creating tension through wide dynamic ranges … Continued
Supported by outstanding musicians, John Zorn brings to us a night of improvisation in which we can expect the unexpected. With its European premiere, at the opening of the XX1st Jazz Fest Sarajevo, John Zorn presents Musick and Magick program with an improv night that will undoubtedly excite the festival’s audience. The festival and the … Continued
Terje Rypdal – guitar Ståle Storløkken – keyboards Paolo Vinaccia – drums Palle Mikkelborg – trumpet
Claire Huguenin – vocal Dimitri Howald – electric guitar Nicola Habegger – trumpet Josephine Nagorsnik – trombone Gabriel Wenger – alto and soprano saxophone Michael Gilsenan – tenor saxophone Loris Knüsel – baritone saxophone Django Bates – keyboards, vocal Jeremias Keller – bass Nicolas Wolf – drums
Julien Lourau – saxophone Bojan Zulfikarpašić – piano