Burnt Sugar the Arkestra Chamber at Painted Bride Art Center

“A multiracial jam army that freestyles with cool telekinesis between the lustrous menance of Miles Davis’ On The Corner, the slash-and-om of 1970s King Crimson, and Jimi Hendrix’ moonwalk across the side three of Electric Ladyland.” – David Fricke, Rolling Stone

Burnt Sugar channels the creative energies of two seminal music figures – the ‘Godfather of Cool/Electro’ and the ‘Godfather of Soul/Funk’ to deliver a far-out symphonic concert experience. From Bitches Brew to Cold Sweat, conductor Greg Tate signals the musical direction of a 13-piece orchestra (arkestra) in two movements...

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“A multiracial jam army that freestyles with cool telekinesis between the lustrous menance of Miles Davis’ On The Corner, the slash-and-om of 1970s King Crimson, and Jimi Hendrix’ moonwalk across the side three of Electric Ladyland.” – David Fricke, Rolling Stone

Burnt Sugar channels the creative energies of two seminal music figures – the ‘Godfather of Cool/Electro’ and the ‘Godfather of Soul/Funk’ to deliver a far-out symphonic concert experience. From Bitches Brew to Cold Sweat, conductor Greg Tate signals the musical direction of a 13-piece orchestra (arkestra) in two movements. Using a technique called “conduction” Tate pays respect to each iconic boss while breaking new creative ground by channeling energies in the moment. Until now it would be too hard to imagine how one evening of music could possibly taste so sweet. Burnt Sugar shares their secret during what promises to be a memorable evening of music at the Bride.

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