Eugene Uman at Vermont Jazz Center

Eugene Uman's Convergence Project at the Vermont Jazz Center
Saturday, June 11, 2011 at 8 pm
72 Cotton Mill Hill #222
Brattleboro, VT 05301

VJC Artistic Director, Eugene Uman brings back the Convergence Project, the ensemble with which he recorded his acclaimed, new CD. Stomu and Satoshi Takeishi, one of the best rhythm sections on the planet will add their fire and authenticity. This music uses the language of jazz, the edge of rock and the lift of Latin rhythms as its inspiration.
Fully Sponsored by the McKenzie Family Foundation.
Dave Liebman says that the Convergence Project is "a fantastic recording revealing Uman's influences from immersion into the Colombian culture as well as the jazz tradition."...

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Eugene Uman's Convergence Project at the Vermont Jazz Center
Saturday, June 11, 2011 at 8 pm
72 Cotton Mill Hill #222
Brattleboro, VT 05301

VJC Artistic Director, Eugene Uman brings back the Convergence Project, the ensemble with which he recorded his acclaimed, new CD. Stomu and Satoshi Takeishi, one of the best rhythm sections on the planet will add their fire and authenticity. This music uses the language of jazz, the edge of rock and the lift of Latin rhythms as its inspiration.
Fully Sponsored by the McKenzie Family Foundation.
Dave Liebman says that the Convergence Project is "a fantastic recording revealing Uman's influences from immersion into the Colombian culture as well as the jazz tradition."
And Jerry Bergonzi states "Great sounds, I've always loved Eugene's compositions... a journey with a very healing, uplifting feel."
VPR Jazz Host, George Thomas says: "Terrific CD, I love it all: writing, performance, cover art and presentation. Thanks so much for this gem." Listen to this group performing newly composed material they are honing to record a new CD.
Ticket available at door, online at www.vtjazz.org, at In the Moment, 143 Main St, Brattleboro, VT and reserved by phone at 802.254.9088.
$1 per ticket surcharge for MC/Visa orders.
Please call ahead for handicap access.

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