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Ambrose Akinmusire Quartet at Bimhuis
Courtesy of Onno Beukenhorst | Posted on October 17, 2016
When
Mon, November 14, 2016
20:30
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Trumpet player Ambrose Akinmusire is among the most original, poetic virtuosos of his generation, excelling in emotionally charged songs for fans of contemporary jazz and pop.
The American trumpet player Ambrose Akinmusire is one of the most important jazz artists of his generation, thanks to the emotional impact of his playing and the originality of his music. His album ‘the imagined savior is far easier to paint’ on Blue Note is loved by jazz as well as pop listeners. Ambrose dares to put his fabulous technique at the service of his feeling. He sees singular artists such as Joni Mitchell, Björk and Cold Specks as his kindred spirits. He takes inspiration from all kinds of music, from classical to hip-hop, but also from current social issues....