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| Marc Bernstein's "Kibrick" at the Center for Jewish History Marc Bernstein and his group will be performing new compositions inspired by Jewish culture/music from Eastern Europe and the Bernstein's (nee Kibrick) own history as immigrants during the start of the turbulent 20th century. This concert is part of the “Talk and Play” series which was created in the summer of 2004 by Paul Weinstein. Marc Bernstein saxophones, Mike McGuirk bass, Bill Campbell drums, Pete Rende Rhodes The group's newest recording – Marc Bernstein 4 “Kibrick” – was released in January 2005 in Copenhagen (cdjazz.com) and Marc has performed the music all over Europe. The concert at the Center for Jewish History, 15 West 16th Street (between 5th and 6th Avenues), New York City will be the first performance of this music in the United States. “On “Kibrick”, Bernstein deploys the special Slavic footprints he has in his past and integrates them with jazz to create an inspired global cocktail. His gorgeous tone and playful open grooves are presented energetically, expressively and poetically… “ Information-Copenhagen “Extremely elegant saxophone playing and an absolutely brilliant recording…” Helsingin Sanomat-Helsinki “Interesting, exciting and inspiring music performed with precision, energy and humor…” Dagbladid Visir-Reykjavik Marc Bernstein moved from NYC to Denmark in 1995 to lead the jazz department at The Danish Conservatory of Music and Communication. Marc has recorded with Tom Harrell, Billy Cobham, Billy Hart and Richie Beirach (amongst others). write your comments about the article :: © 2005 Jazz News :: home page |