Northstate Jazz Orchestra
Northstate Jazz Orchestra
February 22nd at Axiom Theatre
The Shasta County Arts Council proudly continues the World Beats Concert Series with a powerful evening of jazz featuring the North State Jazz Orchestra, led by Redding's own Cleveland Bonéy.
A beloved local pianist, composer, and music director, Cleveland Bony brings together some of the regions finest musicians to deliver an electrifying big-band experience. With rich harmonies, driving rhythms, and dynamic improvisation, the orchestra celebrates the heart and soul of jazz in an unforgettable performance.
The Funky Gators
The Funky Gators
March 21st at Axiom Theatre
The Funky Gators Cajun/Zydeco Dance band is composed of Cajun/Zydeco, R&B and Lousiana roots music veterans that have been playing in the San Francisco Bay Area for over 30 years. They combine elements of Funk, R&B, Soul and Motown with the infectious, foot tapping sounds of Zydeco. The Funky Gators play straight Zydeco, and also toss in Jazz, funk, New Orleans and old school R&B and swing without missing a beat. The core band includes Accordion, Rubboard, Drums, Bass, Guitar, vocals and a little trumpet tossed in for flavor!
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Shasta Taiko
Shasta Taiko
April 15th at Axiom Theatre
he Shasta County Arts Council is proud to present a thrilling evening of Taiko drumming as part of the World Beats Concert Series, featuring Shasta Taiko with special guest artists Masato Baba and Shoji Kameda.
Known nationally for their artistry and innovation, Baba and Kameda join Reddings own Shasta Taiko to deliver a powerful performance filled with rhythm, movement, and energy.
Taiko, the Japanese art of ensemble drumming, combines thunderous sound with dynamic choreography to create a breathtaking experience that resonates deep in both body and spirit. Dont miss this rare opportunity to witness world-class Taiko drumming live in Redding.
Duniya
Duniya
May 1st at Axiom Theatre
DUNIYA is an exciting world fusion band which seamlessly weaves musical elements from around the world into a unique blend of soul stirring sound. Definitely guaranteed to move your body, mind, and spirit.
Effortlessly blending ancient and modern musical elements from Africa, India, and the Americas DUNIYA plays with a rich and rarely heard palette of rhythmic and instrumental combinations and musical sensibilities.
DUNIYA features the amazingly talented, Grammy nominated singer and flautist Srishti Biyani Oswal on East Indian Bansuri flute and vocals.
The groups founder is Greg Fletcher who composes the music and plays a West African harp called the Kamelengoni. Ben Isaacs, aka "professor slap" brings his fiery brand of African percussion to the group. Rob Holland brings a lifetime of musical experience to the bass as drummer Max Rea masterfully steers the rhythmical ship which is DUNIYA.
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