Art Ensemble of Chicago

• Jazz, Blues, Swing & Chanson

With fantastic younger musicians added to the line-up, the collective creates its usually unusual homage to its founding members, staying true to its roots and yet always with its finger on the pulse. »From Ancient to the Future« was the band’s motto right from the start and it speaks volumes about their musical positioning – not only in contemporary jazz, but when it comes to old musical traditions and new music as well.

The album »The Sixth Decade – from Paris to Paris« was recorded in 2020 at the Parisian festival »Sons d’Hiver«, thus also paying homage to the place where it all began. The Guardian writes about the interplay between the old and new guard: » It’s heartwarming to hear the Art Ensemble of Chicago’s devoted heirs so ready to carry the story on.«

PERFORMERS

Art Ensemble of Chicago jazz ensemble

Roscoe Mitchell saxophone

Famadou Don Moye drums, congas, percussion

Yuniya Edi Kwon violin

Simon Sieger piano, trombone, tuba

Junius Paul double bass, electric bass

Dudu Kouaté african percussion, flute, vocals

PROGRAM

»The Sixth Decade«

A Tribute to Lester Bowie, Joseph Jarman, Malachi Favors Maghostut and their lasting contributions to »Great Black Music - Ancient to the Future«