African Rhythms Sextet in Brattleboro
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Venue: Vermont Jazz Center, Brattleboro, VT
Performer: African Rhythms Sextet
The African Rhythm Sextet, with special guest NEA Jazz Master Billy Hart, celebrates the enduring legacy of legendary pianist, composer, and NEA Jazz Master Dr. Randy Weston. Weston championed the deep African roots of jazz. After visiting the continent in 1961, Weston created a groundbreaking musical vision that fused West African rhythms and traditions with the innovations of jazz icons such as Duke Ellington and Thelonious Monk. This group is led by Weston’s long-time musical director, saxophonist, flautist, and composer T.K. Blue. For this performance, Blue reunites many of the musicians…
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