Artist Description
LJOVA AND KONTRABAND (formerly Ljova & the Vjola Contraband) is chamber-jam music for the "remix generation". As if by alchemy, Eastern-European and Gypsy melodies, Latin rhythms, Jazz-inspired improvisations, and deeply rooted Classical forms are given new meanings. Founded by the maverick film composer, arranger, and violist Lev 'LJOVA' Zhurbin, the band is hailed by Billboard magazine as "one of New York's fastest rising composers and instrumentalists." The ensemble also features his close collaborators on vocals, accordion, bass and percussion. Inspired by his collaborations with Yo-Yo Ma, Osvaldo Golijov, the Kronos Quartet, the rapper Jay-Z and others, Ljova's compositions dazzle with intricate textures, odd rhythms and lilting melodies, creating music that is both fresh and timeless.LJOVA AND THE KONTRABAND
Ljova, viola
Inna Barmash, vocals
Patrick Farrell, accordion
Mike Savino, bass
Mathias Kunzli, percussion
special guests:
Frank London, trumpet & flugelhorn
Uli Geissendoerfer, piano
This event is part of the Joe’s Pub 10th Anniversary celebration
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