Tezeta
Tezeta are an 8 piece instrumental group combining elements of experimental jazz, afrobeat, cinematic composition and collective improvisation.
The musicians are part of Bristol based collective ‘Bloom’ and between them play with bands Yama Warashi, Count Bobo, The Evil Usses, Spindle Ensemble, Cloudshoes, Run Logan Run, Rae, Dubi Dolczek and many more.
They initially formed in 2014 to play music from ‘The Ethiopiques Volumes’, in particular the work of Mulatu Astatke, hence the name Tezeta (Ethiopian for nostalgia). Since then they have evolved under band leader Daniel Inzani into their current style with all original material, incorporating many other influences along the way.
Their debut album ‘Seventh Place‘ was released in Sept 2016 and launched at a celebrated ‘Bloom Presents’ night at The Wardrobe Theatre, Bristol.
Spindle Ensemble
The Spindle Ensemble are an experimental acoustic instrumental group from Bristol, formed in 2016. They play original compositions combining elements of Classical, Folk and Jazz, creating music of a cinematic nature. The compositions are deliberately interpretable, leaving room for improvisation and playful interaction between the musicians. Influences and comparisons include Moondog, Somei Satoh and Eric Satie.
Spindle Ensemble is part of the Bristol based musical collective ‘Bloom’.
Daniel Inzani – piano, accordion, celtic harp
Caelia Lunniss – violin
Harriet Riley – marimba, vibraphone
Jo Silverston – cello, musical saw
‘They crafted beautifully layered landscapes of sound with enormous empathy for each other’s playing. Following their own highly original musical pathways – sometimes Balkan-sounding or even Chinese at times, Spindle Ensemble are a film-producers dream – their music exudes atmosphere which deserves commissioning.’ Stage Talk Magazine
‘Beautiful sounds, definitely a band to watch’ Fiona Talkington on BBC Radio 3, Late Junction
Jazz Stroud
26th-28th May
It is now in it’s second year and promises to be as full and exciting as last years. Town centre venues are are minutes away from each other and include SVA, Meme Bar, Goods Shed, The Ale House and the Subscription Rooms. All daytime performances are FREE with a full packed programme including,: John Street Ska Orchestra, The Sea Slugs, Weston & Dellow, Dave Ayre Trio, Jazz Friday, Beje, Andy Nowak Quartet and more also there is lots of FREE performances in the evenings with Patsy Gamble, The Schmoozenbergs, Kevin Figes Quartet and others plus ticketed events with headliners Get The Blessing, Mammal Hands, Dakhla, Tezeta, Vels Trio, The Evil Usses among the excellent line up.
John Street Kitchen will be open throughout the weekend and also serving food in the evenings.
Make sure you pick up your Jazz Stroud event programme from any of the venues.
Check the website for more info and running order: www.jazzstroud.org
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