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Kulu Se Mama Tribute at Celebrating Coltrane Festival at Conwell Dance Theater
Courtesy of Homer Jackson | Posted on September 4, 2016
Where
Conwell Dance Theater
Celebrating Coltrane Festival
1801 N. Broad Street, 5th Floor
Philadelphia, PA
Map
When
Tue, September 20, 2016
8:00 pm
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Musicians
Kevin Diehl
percussionNichola Rivera
congasTom Lowery
percussionRon Howerton
percussionMatt Engle
tromboneVeronica Jurkiewicz
violinElliot Levin
fluteMike Watson
clarinet, bassAbout
Sonic Liberation 8 presents a live performance of the music contained on John Coltrane’s 1965 album, “Kulu Se Mama.” This album serves a bridge in Coltrane’s development. It marks the beginning us his use of African percussion and also, his exploration of African spirituality. Featuing Kevin Diehl, Nichola Rivera, Tom Lowery and Ron Howerton – percussion; Matt Engle – bass, Veronica Jurkiewicz – viola, Elliot Levin – woodwinds and Mike Watson – bass clarinet.
"Kulu Se Mama is important because it is John Coltrane's last recording released while he was alive. It is also significant because it serves as an insight into his research, appreciation for aand study of African culture, music and spirituality." ...