The group ‘ Straight Ahead ‘ formed of Muhammad Abdul Al-Khabyyr (trombone, piano, vocals), Mathieu McConnell-Enright(Acoustic bass) and Afolabi Fapojuwo(drumset) presents music from ‘Jazz’ and ‘Pop’ classics as well as original compositions, in a distilled manner without superfluity. From melody and bass with a mix of rhythm, emanates harmony, allowing space to the listener.
The term ‘straight ahead’ has many connotations in music. The most notable, that of an era (the 1960′s) and since, has become the lingua franca of jam sessions i.e. recognizable songs that have been interpreted through the years by leading ’jazz’ artists. It is also a phrase that defines a way of playing. The group ‘ Straight Ahead ‘ attempts to keep the tradition alive. The tradition, being one of simply trying to make some music.
( The HOUSE of JAZZ, Wednesday January 29th at 7:30 pm).
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