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East End Jazz presents “Music Around the Globe!
Experience the World’s Music Reimagined as Jazz!
East End Jazz Presents “Music Around the Globe” at Floyd Memorial Library in Greenport – A Free Concert Celebrating Global Melodies Through Jazz
East End Jazz, a charitable non-profit organization dedicated to preserving and expanding the world of jazz, invites the community to embark on a captivating musical journey around the globe on Saturday, June 7th at 3:00 PM at the Floyd Memorial Library, located at 539 1st Street in Greenport, NY 11944. Admission to this unique and enriching program is free for all ages.
“Music Around the Globe” will transport audiences to diverse cultures through the vibrant and improvisational lens of jazz. This special concert will showcase beloved songs from an array of international traditions, including tender lullabies, passionate love songs, timeless folk tunes, and even memorable soundtracks, all reimagined with the distinctive spirit of jazz.
Attendees will discover the diversity and beauty of music from a wide range of countries, including the US, Mexico, Cuba, Brazil, South Africa, Italy, France, Germany, South Korea, and Japan. East End Jazz is committed to presenting jazz in engaging and accessible ways, and this program promises to be a delightful exploration of global sounds filtered through the artistry of talented jazz musicians.
“Our mission at East End Jazz is to bring enriching jazz education and engaging musical experiences to our community,” says Iris Ornig, Director of East End Jazz. ” ‘Music Around the Globe’ is a perfect example of this, showcasing the universal language of music through the dynamic and improvisational art form of jazz. We are thrilled to share this free concert with the Northfork community.”
This program is perfect for music lovers, and anyone curious about exploring the world through the wonderful language of jazz. East End Jazz’s adventure doesn’t stop where the world meets jazz – it goes beyond!
Lauren Lee on vocals
Eugenia Choe or piano
Iris Ornig on bass
Brian Woodruff on drums
