Michel Nirenberg Brazilian Jazz Quartet at Avalon Theatre

“In terms of style, substance, and execution, Nirenberg ranks high. This is some brilliant Brazilian jazz.”--All About Jazz

Influenced by the classical and popular music he grew up with in Brazil and the jazz he embraced in the U.S., saxophonist and composer Michel Nirenberg is sharing a wealth of Brazilian musical styles with audiences around the world.

Attuned to both African and European elements, his compositions of contemporary Brazilian instrumental music show a fascinating range of styles: the samba and bossa nova known to most Americans and the mood enhancing rhythms of choro, forro, maracatu and Ijexa....

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“In terms of style, substance, and execution, Nirenberg ranks high. This is some brilliant Brazilian jazz.”--All About Jazz

Influenced by the classical and popular music he grew up with in Brazil and the jazz he embraced in the U.S., saxophonist and composer Michel Nirenberg is sharing a wealth of Brazilian musical styles with audiences around the world.

Attuned to both African and European elements, his compositions of contemporary Brazilian instrumental music show a fascinating range of styles: the samba and bossa nova known to most Americans and the mood enhancing rhythms of choro, forro, maracatu and Ijexa.

Nirenberg has performed in many U.S. cities since 2012. In Washington, D.C., he has appeared at prestigious venues such as Atlas Performing Arts Center, Gala Hispanic Theatre, The Carlyle Club, Twins Jazz, Catholic University and the Brazilian Embassy. He has performed at Johns Hopkins University and An die Music Live in Baltimore. His music draws heartfelt applause and standing ovations.


http://michelnirenberg.com/

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