Line up Saskia Laroo Band Saskia Laroo: bandleader, trumpet, sax, vocals Warren Byrd: keys, vocals, percussion MC Complex: rap, vocals Maarten Russchen: guitar, vocals Oeds Bouwsma: bass Willem Smid: drums
Saskia Laroo, a trumpeter, composer, and band leader from Amsterdam, blends jazz, hip-hop, world, and dance music with her Saskia Laroo Band. Known for her innovative wireless trumpet system, she operates guitar pedals with one hand while playing with the other. Saskia founded Laroo Records in 1994, releasing eight albums, including the latest, "Trumpets Around The World," available on LP. The Saskia Laroo Band has toured extensively, including several visits to India, and has performed at major jazz festivals worldwide....
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Line up Saskia Laroo Band Saskia Laroo: bandleader, trumpet, sax, vocals Warren Byrd: keys, vocals, percussion MC Complex: rap, vocals Maarten Russchen: guitar, vocals Oeds Bouwsma: bass Willem Smid: drums
Saskia Laroo, a trumpeter, composer, and band leader from Amsterdam, blends jazz, hip-hop, world, and dance music with her Saskia Laroo Band. Known for her innovative wireless trumpet system, she operates guitar pedals with one hand while playing with the other. Saskia founded Laroo Records in 1994, releasing eight albums, including the latest, "Trumpets Around The World," available on LP. The Saskia Laroo Band has toured extensively, including several visits to India, and has performed at major jazz festivals worldwide.
The Ziro Literary Festival (ZLF) is an annual cultural event held in the picturesque Ziro Valley in Arunachal Pradesh, India. Established in 2018, ZLF celebrates literature, arts, and community engagement, creating a vibrant platform for authors, artists, and thinkers to showcase their work and exchange ideas.
The festival is known for its emphasis on creative and critical thinking, sustainability, and collaboration. It includes a variety of activities such as readings, discussions, workshops, and residencies, aiming to nurture new voices and foster artistic expression. ZLF is produced in partnership with Saint Claret College and the local community, ensuring that it remains inclusive and culturally enriching. The event precedes the more famous Ziro Festival of Music, which focuses on eco-friendly practices and highlights indigenous culture.
The 2024 edition of the Ziro Literary Festival is scheduled for September 24-25​
Where is Ziro? Ziro is a small town located in the Lower Subansiri district in the northeastern Indian state of Arunachal Pradesh. It's one of the oldest towns in the state and is situated on a plateau surrounded by pine-covered hills. Ziro is home to the Apatani tribe and is famous for its unique system of wet rice cultivation. The town is also renowned for its natural beauty, mild climate, and the annual Ziro Music Festival, which attracts musicians and tourists from around the world. The region has been proposed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site due to its stunning landscapes and rich cultural history.
Day ticket between Rs 2600 and Rs 3500, 4 day ticket Rs 8500
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