T.K. Blue Presents the Trio Griot at An Die Musik
On Sunday February 27th The Trio Griot (pronounced “Grio” as the “T” is silent) will perform at An Die Musik at 7pm. This group consists of T.K. Blue on saxophones, flute, and kalimba; Janelle Gill on piano; and Amadou Kouyate on the African djembe drum and kora. This will be the inaugural performance of this particular band for Black History Month.
In an encapsulated paragraph the African “Griot” or “Jali” are the aural historians of culture, music, philosophy, religious beliefs, and contemporary life within the realm of any particular region or society inside the continent of Africa. This knowledge is handed down to their progeny for the maintenance of their cultural heritage, and for later dissemination to future generations. The multifarious influence of African music throughout the diaspora is well documented. No greater example of this ubiquitous influence can be found within the Jazz aesthetic worldwide.
The Trio Griot will present an ebullient and numinous musical dialogue in elucidation of the African influence inside the parameter of African-American’s greatest gift to the world: Jazz.
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