Talking book, is an interesting collection of ambient soundscapes, but could use more narrative heft. A soundtrack for the united states, mexico and beyond available september 28 on resilience music alliance. An archive of our own, a project of the organization for transformative works. A waybehindthescenes look at a movie set with judy moody and friends. Shop for vinyl, cds and more from arturo ofarrill at the discogs marketplace. Wrath of the medusa the bloodline trilogy book 2 ebook. Mexico border to erase artificial dividing lines to envision a future of inclusion and collaboration between nations fandango at the wall. O farrill s playing is vibrant and fluid, merging latin rhythms and jazz in a. Oct 03, 2017 the wildly popular fall for dance festival is back at new york city center. Arturo ofarrill lets loose with his sons on his new afrolatin jazz release. Wikipedia, june 25, 20 arturo o farrill is a pianist and composer, the son of latin jazz musician and bandleader chico o farrill.
This spinoff series centers around sydney the alchemist, a human teen whos part of a group to keep the existence of vampires secret from the world. View the calendar of events and upcoming performance dates for pianist, composer, educator, and founder arturo ofarrill. Arturo ofarrill is a jazz musician, the son of latin jazz musician, arranger and bandleader chico ofarrill, and pianist, composer, and director for the afro latin jazz orchestra. Sometimes ill tell my fingers to zig and theyll zagbut im trying to speak from the heart in a way that transcends all the training ive had. He is part of a tradition that includes his father and a host of other luminaries who established the tradition and includes, as big band directors go, also duke. Browns premiere, open door, a timely paean to cuban culture with music by some of its bestknown musical sons including tito puente and arturo o farrill. In this excellent album, not only the drum but many forms.
Consider the opportunity to book arturo ofarrill or other entertainers for a wedding, birthday, anniversary, business meeting or convention. Hot house jazz guide june 2015 by hot house jazz guide issuu. Youre not likely to hear pianist arturo ofarrills first and best known music. With some prior knowledge in music, tho, you can learn a lot. Her recentlyreleased book of ragas is a completely original sound in jazz using the standard trio with a sufi singer, which sixtime grammy award winner arturo ofarrill has described as singular. Munros the bloodline trilogy, and i can tell you now. Ofarrill has appeared on numerous records including. We want you to know that if you find one funny, theres a whole series that youll enjoy. Fast approaching 40, pianist ofarrill son of the legendary latin bandleaderarranger chico ofarrill finally released his debut cd. Ofarrills father, afrocuban jazz arranger chico ofarrill, arranges and conducts four of the cuts. Recorded in havana 24 hours after president obama announced his plan to normalize relations between the u.
After youve successfully completed the hot stripper assassin action. Arturo ofarrill was born in mexico and grew up in new york city. Pianistcomposer arturo ofarrill s latest epic is also a continuation of his commitment to speak truths about the great global injustices. If you are not a talent buyer, we are unable to provide arturo ofarrill manager or management contact information. Arturo ofarrill, nyc 2020 four questions is the sixth production on which arturo and i collaborated, over almost a decade. He is best known for his contributions to contemporary latin jazz, having received grammy awards and nominations, though he has trained in other forms such as free jazz and experimented briefly with hip hop. Its been amazing to see arturo s journey as an artist and intellect. Afro latin jazz orchestra afro latin jazz alliance. For grammywinning latin jazz pianist arturo ofarrill, music is a family affair. Its a meaty jazz triooriented affair with several afrocuban spins, more like bill evans with fire than burndownthehouse eddie palmieri. One of the clubs regulars has written a screenplay about vampires that is far too insightful to be coincidental. Stream adfree or purchase cds and mp3s now on amazon. Cornel west on the title composition four questions on friday.
Roses story might have wrapped up in the vampire academy series, but theres still lots more to tell about the other characters from that world. Arturo o farrill born june 22, 1960 is a jazz musician, the son of latin jazz musician, arranger and bandleader chico o farrill, and pianist, composer, and director for the afro latin jazz orchestra. Arturo ofarrill jazz orchestra is an actor, known for live from lincoln center 1976. Dawson from del rey books posted by adam on december 21, 2017 at 11. Grammy award winner arturo ofarrill is the music director and pianist for the afro latin jazz orchestra and founder of the nonprofit afro latin jazz alliance. Blood lines reflects all of ofarrills rich and complex past. Free shipping and pickup in store on eligible orders.
Kgnus terrestrial signal plays a mix of music and news programs. Bloodline is another fascinating novel by the author sidney sheldon. During the 2015 newport jazz festival, jazztimes set up a makeshift video production studio backstage inside the old barracks of fort adams. He is best known for his contributions to contemporary latin jazz more specifically afrocuban jazz, having received grammy awards and nominations, though he has trained in other forms such as. Some books by his favorite writers, such as graham greene and ross macdonald, are inscribed with. The new american songbook that is a nod to more classic sound in jazz was released in a double bill at weill recital hall on dec. He is known for his work on hollywoodland 2006, deadly circuit 1983 and sam the man 2001. The offense of the drum arturo ofarrill, the afro latin jazz. Stream and download audiobooks to your computer, tablet or mobile phone. Ofarrilllupe, beloved widow of chico ofarrill, mother of georgina and arturo, grandmother of adam, isabel and zack, beloved sister of gloria, rosita, beto and dora, transitioned on the morning. Arturo o farrill, the afro latin jazz orchestra four. The son of bigband leader chico ofarrill, arturo was educated at the manhattan school of music and the brooklyn college conservatory. Sneak onto the set of the judy moody movie with judy, stink, rocky, frank pearl, amy namey, even mouse, and some new characters.
Issuu is a digital publishing platform that makes it simple to publish magazines, catalogs, newspapers, books, and more online. Browse audiobooks read by arturo ofarrill sorted by. Arturo proudly carries the torch of his father, afrocuban jazz legend chico ofarrill. Her recentlyreleased book of ragas is a completely original sound in jazz using the standard trio with a sufi singer, which sixtime grammy award winner arturo ofarrill has described as singular the new american songbook that is a more classic sound in jazz was released with the voice of danielle erin rhodes, with hits. Calendar pianist, composer, educator arturo ofarrill. This is a latin version of that formula, with the piano chair occupied by the excellent arturo ofarrill, son of legendary cuban composer chico and heir to his afrocuban jazz big band his impressive 1999 milestone debut was appropriately called bloodlines. Hollywoods favorite tyrant by humberto fontova nook. The true story of a drug cartel, the fbi, and the battle for a horseracing dynasty audiobook by melissa del bosque. Four questions features two largescale compositions and his acclaimed 18piece afro latin jazz orchestra, which he founded in 2002. This is a latin version of that formula, with the piano chair occupied by the excellent arturo o farrill, son of legendary cuban composer chico and heir to his afrocuban jazz big band his impressive 1999 milestone debut was appropriately called bloodlines. He is the son of famed cuban big band leader arturo chico ofarrill, and worked intimately alongside his father until chicos death in 2001. A veteran figure of the afrocuban jazz movement, arturo ofarrill was born in cuba and grew up in new york city. Lupe ofarrill obituary new york, ny new york times. Brown can make dances with narrative or historical subject matter, but this dance is simply a fullblown physical celebration.
His father, chico ofarrill, led an influential latin jazz big band in the midtolate 20th century, and arturo has passed along the trade to two musician sons. And we will invite you to discover other series that make you smile. In her first book, texas observer investigative reporter del bosque follows new agent scott lawson and his eventual partner, identified here with a pseudonym because she has family in mexico, as they work with tyler graham, the young owner of a horse farm, to uncover a money laundering. I chose to listen to jazz, and to allow the people whose work i admire to permeate my playing almost by osmosis. His powerful three revolutions from the album familiatribute to chico and bebo, was the 2018 grammy. Arturo ofarrill s afro latin jazz orchestra is one of the best jazz orchestras in existence, a powerhouse outfit whose precise section work is enhanced by thrilling soloists the new yorker. Grammy award winner arturo ofarrill with quartet performed at revolution books on december 2. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Arturo ofarrill continues the conversation with cuba.
Arturo ofarrill, original music born in mexico city and raised in new york city, arturo ofarrill is a jazz musician, a bandleader and a composer. Band leader arturo ofarrill notes that new york citys drum circles were considered a public nuisance. Bloodlines series 6 primary works 7 total works roses story might have wrapped up in the vampire academy series, but theres still lots more to tell about the other characters from that world. Arturo ofarrill with the afro latin jazz ensemble sandler center. Arturo ofarrill born june 22, 1960 is a jazz musician, the son of latin jazz musician, arranger and bandleader chico ofarrill, and pianist, composer, and director for the afro latin jazz orchestra. He makes music that is both contemporary and timeless, provoking questions among listeners to observe their surroundings. Beyond the civilized lands of eronda r, the stone towers are crumbling. Its hard to think of another theatrical event where dance is received so enthusiastically year after year the new york times. The longest memory uses the form of an epic poem to eloquently convey two generations of oppression and sacrifice.
Boss level by arturo ofarrill sextet, arturo ofarrill. Ofarrills playing is vibrant and fluid, merging latin rhythms and jazz in a. Special concert to benefit revolution books with arturo ofarrill on vimeo join. Buy arturo ofarrill sextet, arturo ofarrills album titled boss level to enjoy in your home or car, or gift it to another music lover. A donati bloodlines trilogy companion novella volume 4 9781988197418. Its so skilfully composed and also the improvisatory elements are brilliant. As his other works this one too provides a fantastic read from the very beginning where the story begins with news of death of sam roffee, the president of a multinational company set by his ancestor. I did not choose to study jazz, says arturo ofarrill. In space, no one can hear you laugh, but these interstellar stories will make you chuckle to. We filmed a documentary, recorded an album, and wrote a book about the experience.
Easily share your publications and get them in front of issuus. Arturo went on to form the afro latin jazz orchestra, which played at lincoln center. Professor in the music department at brooklyn college. This was the tumultuous background to the early mus ical experiences of arturo chico ofarrill, the composer, arranger and. Bloodlines series richelle mead works archive of our own. Prime members enjoy free twoday delivery and exclusive access to music, movies, tv shows, original audio series, and kindle books.
The grammy awardwinning afro latin jazz orchestra aljo, led by arturo ofarrill, brings together the drama of big band jazz, the culture of latin music, and. Arturo ofarrill biography, albums, streaming links. Mottram and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Brown and arturo ofarrill brown and ofarrill discuss the process behind their collaborative work, new conversations, and reflect on the paths of african american creators who thrive and perform in the modern dance world. Seasoned by growing up in a jazz home his dad was chico ofarrill and tutored at the keyboard by sir roland hanna, arturo ofarrill has a muscular, crisp style that is occasionally reminiscent of the early ahmad jamal, but which is never derivative. Alvin ailey american dance theater grew from a now. Arturo ofarrill s music is informed by a studied sense of history, which is eminently displayed on this album. But as an artist i would be bereft if i didnt honor the opportunity to perpetuate my fathers music. Havana blues latin jazz recording featuring chico ofarrill. We want to introduce you to books that will tickle your funny bone. Ofarrill s debut album with the afro latin jazz orchestra, una noche inolvidable, earned a first. Shop online and purchase recent and previous publications from prelude books. Mexico, raised in new york mexico, raised in new york.
Borrow ebooks, audiobooks, and videos from thousands of public libraries worldwide. By melding the drama of big band jazz with the culture of latin music, the younger ofarrill s critically acclaimed performances have established him. Linda shelton, executive director of the joyce theater foundation, unveiled the full slate of programming for the organizations springsummer 2020 season, featuring a diverse roster of companies. Bestselling writer of bloodline crossword clue answer. Arturo ofarrill, pianist, composer, and educator, was born in mexico and grew up in new york city. Arturo ofarrill continues the conversation with cuba an economic blockade between the u.
Arturo ofarrill born june 22, 1960 is a jazz musician, the son of latin jazz musician, arranger and bandleader chico ofarrill, and pianist, composer, and. Winner of the latin jazz usa outstanding achievement award for 2003, arturo was born in mexico and grew up in new york city. Arturo ofarrill trio jazz at the maverick maverick. Latin jazz, hip hop, classical, world, broadway, son jarocho. He received his formal musical education at the manhattan school of music and the aaron copland school of music at queens college. The joyce theater foundation, linda shelton executive director, announced today the roster of its 2016 spring and summer season, offering audiences the opportunity to experience talent from around. Farragos purpose is simply to help readers find fiction that makes them smile. Afterfms audio feed plays an alternate schedule of music programming when the studio switches over to news. Special concert to benefit revolution books with arturo o. He formerly worked with carla bley and eventually took over his fathers band. Except for three cutsbrava, arturos closet, and ya yothe ten tracks are familiar pieces from his repertory. New release from grammywinning arturo ofarrill and the afro latin jazz orchestra four questions.
Wikipedia, june 25, 20 arturo ofarrill is a pianist and composer, the son of latin jazz musician and bandleader chico ofarrill. During three afternoons, a succession of artistsincluding mike stern, james carter, billy childs, fred hersch, chris dingman, kate mcgarry, michael league of snarky puppy and many otherscame in to talk about the festival, jazz education, their. Two fbi agents work to take down members of a drug cartel wrapped up with quarter horse racing in texas. Ballet, flamenco, and more lead the joyce theater foundation.
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