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The Waleed Kush African Jazz Ensemble returns again for Black History Month! This ensemble combines the ancient rhythms of Africa with the jazz harmonies of modern times. Waleed Abdulhamid (Composer/Band Leader) explains: “We play melody on top of traditional jazzy chord progressions with a twist of African ancient rhythms. There is a place for African instruments such as gombri, lakoumbe, marimba in the music.”
Band members are: Waleed Abdulhamidbass,vocals, percussion; Joseph Callendersoprano and tenor saxophone; John Ebatakeyboard, piano, accordion; Aaron Ferreradrums, percussion; Cory Sitek alto and soprano saxophone, flute.