Pedro Giraudo Jazz Orchestra (USA)

Sunday, October 19, 2008 20:00     Mount Fortress     Free admission

Will Vinson, Alto and Soprano Sax
Todd Bashore, Alto Sax
Luke Batson, Tenor Sax and Clarinet
Carl Maraghi, Baritone Sax and Bass Clarinet
Jonathan Powell, Trumpet
Tatum Greenblatt, Trumpet
Ryan Keberle, Trombone
Mike Fahie, Trombone
Jess Jurkovic, Piano
Jeff Davis, Drums
Tony De Vivo, Cajón
Pedro Giraudo, Bass and Composition
Special guest: Sofia Tosello, Vocals

Programme:
Straight ahead (Sammy Nestico)
Three and one (Thad Jones)
Chacarera del 55 (los hermanos Díaz)
Bésame mucho (Consuelo Velazquez)
A Darío Iscaro (Pedro Giraudo)
Punto de Partida (Pedro Giraudo)
La arenosa (Cuchi Leguizamón)
Juan Panadero (Cuchi Leguizamón)
et al.
All music arranged and/or adapted by Pedro Giraudo

The Pedro Giraudo Jazz Orchestra, led by bassist and composer Pedro Giraudo, nicknamed Mr. Vivo, has captivated listeners around the world with its unique blend of South American grooves, Argentine folk songs, the passion of tango and jazz improvisation. Mr. Giraudo, in the tradition of such composers as Duke Ellington and Carla Bley, highlights the unique talents of each band member, masterfully weaving together pre-composed and improvised elements.

“Don't miss a chance to see this band! Mr. Vivo will rock your world and send you home thinking.”
Tom Abbs, JumpArts.org

Duration: approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes, no interval