THE PAN-AFRIKAN PEOPLES ARKESTRA at Zebulon

"Back-by Popular Demand"

"L.A.'s Best Jazz Band" - LAWeekly

We are excited to present the return of The Pan Afrikan Peoples Arkestra at Zebulon! Founded in the early 60’s by one of the leading spiritual (J)azz artists of Los Angeles, Horace Tapscott, The Ark has been performing for and in the Los Angeles community with countless stellar musicians since its inception. This ensemble is truly a fantastic representation of Spiritual (J)azz from Los Angeles and their live performances are not to be missed! Several of the original members still perform along with some younger players who hold immaculate talent. Some notable musicians include: Kamasi Washington, Azar Lawrence, Adele Sebastian, Dadisi Komolafe, Nate Morgan, John Carter and many more! This show will feature a full line up of 15 musicians plus the vocal choir of the Ark known as “Voices of U.G.M.A.A.” arranged by Sonia “MAIA” Harper....

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"Back-by Popular Demand"

"L.A.'s Best Jazz Band" - LAWeekly

We are excited to present the return of The Pan Afrikan Peoples Arkestra at Zebulon! Founded in the early 60’s by one of the leading spiritual (J)azz artists of Los Angeles, Horace Tapscott, The Ark has been performing for and in the Los Angeles community with countless stellar musicians since its inception. This ensemble is truly a fantastic representation of Spiritual (J)azz from Los Angeles and their live performances are not to be missed! Several of the original members still perform along with some younger players who hold immaculate talent. Some notable musicians include: Kamasi Washington, Azar Lawrence, Adele Sebastian, Dadisi Komolafe, Nate Morgan, John Carter and many more! This show will feature a full line up of 15 musicians plus the vocal choir of the Ark known as “Voices of U.G.M.A.A.” arranged by Sonia “MAIA” Harper.

Band :
Roberto Miranda - bass
Brian Hargrove - piano
Michael Session - alto & soprano saxes
MAIA aka Sonjia Hubert Harper - flute & voice
Devin Daniels - alto sax
Aaron Shaw - tenor & baritone saxes
Mekela Session - drums
Phil Ranelin - trombone
Dwight Trible - voice
Zekkeraya El-Magharbel - trombone
Camerahn Thomas Alforque - trumpet
Sara Sithi-Amnuai - trumpet
Derf Reklaw - percussion
Randal Fisher - tenor sax

Voices of U.G.M.A.A. :
MAIA aka Sonjia Hubert Harper
Tamina Johnson
Aankha Neal
DeBorah Sharpe-Taylor
Quran Shaheed

+ DJ sets by Jesse Justice & /\/\ark /\/\axwell

Two Sets

+ Special Guest Performances:
Pre-Sho-Intro. by Jai Jae Kabasa - West African Drum & Dance Ensemble
Poetry by Kamau Daáood

$5 discount for students & seniors at the door (ID required)

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