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SPOK FREVO ORQUESTRA
October 28, 2014
Byham Theater
Cohen & Grigsby Trust Presents series
Spok Frevo Orquestra draws inspiration from frevo, a vibrant music of elaborated arrangements and deep roots. Spok Frevo takes tradition to the center stage, but does not renounce allegiance to freedom. It relies on what jazz is all about: improvisation. Spok Frevo Orquestra takesfrevo from its traditional supporting role at carnivals and presents it as the leading actor, shedding light on its original texture and complex technique – allowing room for artistic freedom and improvisation. With its inexhaustible energy and relentless, driving rhythms, “it would be difficult to find jazz music which is more infectious than fervor or more definitive of a region” (All About Jazz).
A wide range of Brazilian music can be heard on WRCT’s Brazilian radio hour on Fridays from 6 to 7 pm with DJ Carla Leininger.
During WRCT’s Fall Schedule, Pinkney Hall will air live every Friday from 9 AM to 10 AM, or at least every Friday when Kenny Joe is in town. October shows will feature the following themes:
October 3 – In addition to the usual songs, we celebrate Leonard Cohen’s 80th birthday with a couple of his new songs and a couple of old ones.
October 10 – Songs about going home (or not going home).
October 17 – Kenny Joe will be out of town.
October 24 – Songs by folks born in October.
October 31 – Halloween!
If you have any requests, please call 412-621-9728 during the show.