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The 2024 edition of Savoy JAZZFest, set to take place in March, promises an exceptional lineup of international jazz artists. The festival, now in its sixth year, will be headlined by Grammy-nominated singer Gretchen Parlato and the legendary saxophonist Kenny Garrett, alongside the rising star vocalist Michael Mayo. Kaisa Mäensivu, the artistic director, has curated a program that showcases the evolving boundaries of jazz.
Savoy Theater in Helsinki is set to host an array of international music stars in its Savoy WORLD concert series, showcasing diverse talent from three continents: Central America, Asia, and Europe. The series kicks off on April 20 with Cuban sensation La Gran Diversion, led by pianist Roberto Fonseca, known for his association with Buena Vista Social Club and his Grammy-nominated works. Fonseca s latest album, "La Gran Diversion," revives Cuban musical heritage with a fresh twist, echoing the vibrant music scene of 1920s Havana.
“Live Recordings 2019-2020” is the second release of tenor saxophonist Timo Lassy and drummer Teppo Mäkynen as a duo. The debut, aptly titled “Timo Lassy & Teppo Mäkynen”, a studio-based release from 2019, was a critical success. Many of the tunes on that record are featured here, expanded for a live setting and recorded from performances in their native Finland.
Subtle vibrato tenor sax and brooding rumbling drums introduce “Fallow” and slowly evolve into a crystalline but moving intensity. The joyous groove in the opening percussive sax lines gets everything moving on “Zomp” and it becomes even more joyous when the explosive drums kick in.