LJUBLJANA JAZZ OCTET: ALBUM PRESENTATION “WALK THROUGH THE NEIGHBOURHOOD” (Slovenia)
Marko Petrušič, piano, compositions
Jaka Hawlina, trumpet
Uroš Sever, flugelhorn
Andrej Vernik, soprano saxophone
Domen Hafner, tenor saxophone
Bojan Volk, baritone saxophone
Thierno Diallo, double bass
Jože Cesar, drums
The Ljubljana jazz octet was formed when academic pianist Marko Petrušič began writing compositions and arrangements for a quintet of woodwinds and brass during the Covid-19 pandemic in 2020. The compositions address events that unfolded during this challenging period. The arrangements employ classic arranging techniques such as ‘four way close’ with the baritone saxophone in octaves, ‘spreads’, linear arranging, etc. In their expression, the octet most closely aligns with swing and bebop. The ensemble’s second album maintains the tradition of swing but is enhanced with original arrangements for a 5-member brass section and explores the sound that such a large ensemble can produce.
The concert is part of the broader clebration of UNESCO’s International Jazz Day.
ABOUT INTERNATIONAL JAZZ DAY:
On the initiative of the legendary jazz composer Herbie Hancock April 30th was recognized as International Jazz Day at the General Assembly of UNESCO. It was added to the United Nations’ calendar in 2012. Today it is celebrated in more than 190 countries. UNESCO recognizes jazz music as a means of freedom of expression and dialogue between cultures; as a is synonym of respect for human rights and the dignity of women in men, regardless of their origin.
Read more about International Jazz Day here.
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