| Jazz, compositionsThe Brussels-based Aleph Quintet draws from the musical traditions of North Africa, the language of contemporary jazz, and the power of improvisation to create a unique sound, rooted and constantly evolving.These five musicians with diverse backgrounds develop a transitional music, where enchanting rhythms, modern harmonies, and a quest for authenticity intersect. Their art is that of connection: between cultures, eras, and emotions.Following the success of their first album, "Shapes of Silence," widely acclaimed by critics, Aleph Quintet pushes the boundaries of their art with this new project.The five Brussels-based musicians, now recognized and followed on the international music scene, return with "Hiwar," an album highlighting their musical signature: a bold fusion of modern jazz and traditional North African music.In Arabic, "Hiwar" means "dialogue," a word that perfectly sums up the spirit of this opus: an exchange celebrating cultures, heritages, and innovations. Dialogue inherently signifies a mutual quest for understanding and authenticity. By laying bare thoughts, beliefs, and emotions, "Hiwar" is a space where identities reflect and learn from each other. Each member of the quintet brings their own universe and experience, creating a powerful, rooted, and contemporary collective vision.Aleph Quintet has received numerous awards, including "Revelation" by Jazz Magazine, "4 stars" by Le Soir, "Best Belgian jazz album" by Jazz à Liège, the "French Music Press Award," as well as the "Silver Tanit" at the Carthage Musical Days. Moreover, the group has performed throughout the year in several countries: Belgium, France, Spain, Germany, Tunisia, Jordan, England, Scotland, Sweden...The Jazz Station (Brussels) at 38RivFranco-Belgian EncountersOn the occasion of its 20th anniversary, the Jazz Station, a true home of Brussels jazz nestled in a former train station, sets up in Paris for a week. The 38Riv gives it carte blanche, symbolizing a rich and vibrant Franco-Belgian artistic encounter. Concerts, discoveries, exchanges: the event promises to highlight the diversity and energy of the current Belgian jazz scene.More than just a club, the Jazz Station is a place in constant motion where music breaks down barriers, reinvents itself, and is shared with all audiences. This collaboration is just one step in an ongoing dialogue: in 202...
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| Jazz, compositionsThe Brussels-based Aleph Quintet draws from the musical traditions of North Africa, the language of contemporary jazz, and the power of improvisation to create a unique sound, rooted and constantly evolving.These five musicians with diverse backgrounds develop a transitional music, where enchanting rhythms, modern harmonies, and a quest for authenticity intersect. Their art is that of connection: between cultures, eras, and emotions.Following the success of their first album, "Shapes of Silence," widely acclaimed by critics, Aleph Quintet pushes the boundaries of their art with this new project.The five Brussels-based musicians, now recognized and followed on the international music scene, return with "Hiwar," an album highlighting their musical signature: a bold fusion of modern jazz and traditional North African music.In Arabic, "Hiwar" means "dialogue," a word that perfectly sums up the spirit of this opus: an exchange celebrating cultures, heritages, and innovations. Dialogue inherently signifies a mutual quest for understanding and authenticity. By laying bare thoughts, beliefs, and emotions, "Hiwar" is a space where identities reflect and learn from each other. Each member of the quintet brings their own universe and experience, creating a powerful, rooted, and contemporary collective vision.Aleph Quintet has received numerous awards, including "Revelation" by Jazz Magazine, "4 stars" by Le Soir, "Best Belgian jazz album" by Jazz à Liège, the "French Music Press Award," as well as the "Silver Tanit" at the Carthage Musical Days. Moreover, the group has performed throughout the year in several countries: Belgium, France, Spain, Germany, Tunisia, Jordan, England, Scotland, Sweden...The Jazz Station (Brussels) at 38RivFranco-Belgian EncountersOn the occasion of its 20th anniversary, the Jazz Station, a true home of Brussels jazz nestled in a former train station, sets up in Paris for a week. The 38Riv gives it carte blanche, symbolizing a rich and vibrant Franco-Belgian artistic encounter. Concerts, discoveries, exchanges: the event promises to highlight the diversity and energy of the current Belgian jazz scene.More than just a club, the Jazz Station is a place in constant motion where music breaks down barriers, reinvents itself, and is shared with all audiences. This collaboration is just one step in an ongoing dialogue: in 202
| Jazz, compositionsLe groupe bruxellois Aleph Quintet, puise dans les traditions musicales d’Afrique du Nord, le langage du jazz contemporain et la force de l’improvisation pour créer un son singulier, enraciné et en constante évolution.Ces cinq musiciens aux parcours multiples développent une musique de passage, où se croisent rythmes envoûtants, harmonies modernes et quête d’authenticité. Leur art est celui du lien : entre cultures, époqueset émotions.Après le succès de leur premier album, "Shapes of Silence", largement salué par la critique, Aleph Quintet repousse les limites de son art avec ce nouveau projet.Les cinq musiciens bruxellois, désormais reconnus et suivis sur la scène musicale internationale, reviennent avec "Hiwar", un album mettant en lumière leur signature musicale : une fusion audacieuse entre jazz moderne et musiques traditionnelles nord-africaines.En arabe, « Hiwar » signifie « dialogue », un mot qui résume parfaitement l’esprit de cet opus : un échange célébrant cultures, héritages et innovations. Le dialogue signifie par essence une quête mutuelle de compréhension et d’authenticité. Par la mise à nu des pensées, des croyances et des émotions, le « Hiwar » est un espace où les identités se reflètent et apprennent les unes des autres. Chaque membre du quintet apporte son univers et son expérience, créant une vision collective puissante, enracinée et contemporaine.Aleph Quintet a reçu de nombreux prix, dont ceux de « Révélation » par Jazz Magazine, « 4 étoiles » par Le Soir, « Meilleur album de jazz belge » par Jazz à Liège, le « Prix de la Presse Musicale Française », ainsi que le « Tanit d’argent » aux Journées Musicales de Carthage. De plus, le groupe s’est produit tout au long de l’année dans plusieurs pays : Belgique, France, Espagne, Allemagne, Tunisie, Jordanie, Angleterre, Écosse, Suède...La Jazz Station (Bruxelles) au 38RivRencontres franco-belgesÀ l’occasion de ses 20 ans, la Jazz Station, véritable maison du jazz bruxellois nichée dans une ancienne gare, s’installe à Paris le temps d’une semaine. Le 38Riv lui offre une carte blanche, symbole d’une rencontre artistique franco-belge riche et vibrante. Concerts, découvertes, échanges : l’événement promet de mettre en lumière toute la diversité et l’énergie de la scène actuelle jazz belge.Plus qu’un simple club, la Jazz Station est un lieu en perpétuel mouvement où la musique se décloisonne, se réinvente et se partage avec tous les publics. Cette collaboration n’est qu’une étape d’un dialogue au long cours : en 2028, le 38Riv viendra fêter à Bruxelles ses 20 ans. Ensemble, ils célèbrent une amitié musicale où le jazz reste, plus que jamais, vivant et fédérateur.
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