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Alex Garcia's AfroMantra at El Taller Latino Americano
Concert Dates: 10/08/05 - 10/14/05
Ticket Cost: $10.00
Show Time(s): 8:00 PM and 10:30 PM
Event Description: AFROMANTRA IN CONCERT
Friday, Oct 14th, 2005.
At El Taller Latino Americano
2710 Broadway (corner of 104th)
Time:8:00 PM
Phone: 212.665-9460
Cover:$10.00
"Afromantra, an exceptional New York Latin jazz band led by drummer Alex García, is sizzling the airwaves throughout the jazz world".
Nelson Rodriguez, Latin Beat Magazine.
"Rhythm will save the world! If you don't believe it, listen to AfroMantra, one of the best Latin jazz bands on the New York scene. Period".
Luc Delannoy, Jazz critic and writer
"One of the foremost Latin Jazz group in the New York City area".
Peter Watrous, New York Times.
AfroMantra is:
Ole Mathisen - Saxophones
Adam Perez - Piano
Waldo Chavez - Bass
Aryam Vazquez - Percussion
Alex Garcia - Drums, Lead & Composer
www.afromantra.com
Artist / Group Bio: Afro: African in style or origin.
Mantra: Instrument of the mind. A mystical formula
used for invocation, meditation or incantation.
Conceived at SIR studios in New York City in November 23rd, 1997 by Chilean-Cuban drummer and composer Alejandro “Alex” García, AfroMantra has been renowned for combining rich harmonies with the powerful rhythms and flavors of North and Latin America. With a contemporary outlook, AfroMantra incorporates a wide variety of jazz elements into the work, creating a palate that highlights the group’s stirring inspirations and spiritual creativity. The group skillfully balances original compositions, drawing from the Cuban, American and South American traditions and influences.
Musicians: Ole Mathisen (sax) Pablo Vergara(Piano) Manuel Valera (piano) Waldo Chavez (bass) Aryam Vazquez (perc) Alex Garcia (drums-compositions)
Artist's Website: http://www.afromantra.com
Jazz Style: Various Jazz Styles
El Taller Latino Americano Address: 2710 Broadway New York NY 10025 U.S.
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Artist / Group Bio: Afro: African in style or origin.
Mantra: Instrument of the mind. A mystical formula
used for invocation, meditation or incantation.
Conceived at SIR studios in New York City in November 23rd, 1997 by Chilean-Cuban drummer and composer Alejandro “Alex” García, AfroMantra has been renowned for combining rich harmonies with the powerful rhythms and flavors of North and Latin America. With a contemporary outlook, AfroMantra incorporates a wide variety of jazz elements into the work, creating a palate that highlights the group’s stirring inspirations and spiritual creativity. The group skillfully balances original compositions, drawing from the Cuban, American and South American traditions and influences.
