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Join us at St Mary’s for a unique blend of exceptional jazz rooted in the context of meditation and prayer.
This evening, the Pablo Cárdenas Quartet jazzes up pieces from Latin America, Cuba and the international classical repertoire. Featuring Pablo Cárdenas (piano), Cyril Cyrus Lojda (drums), Robert Johnson (bass) and Nicolas Marquez (percussion).
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Evolving out of two ancient services of prayer as the sun is setting—vespers and compline—the service of Evensong is an opportunity to put the events of the past day into perspective, to ground one’s body, mind and spirit in preparation for the restorative night of sleep, when in our dreaming, our subconscious will continue the creative work of making sense of our experiences.
Jazz, as Ken Burns says, is “a profound intersection of freedom and creativity”. So, whether you are a seasoned jazz lover or a newcomer to the genre, you will be sure to find something to speak to you at this unique and moving experience of making sense of your day. Don’t miss your chance to be a part of this inspiring and intimate celebration of faith and music. All are welcome!
There will be an opportunity to donate in order to support this ongoing series.
About the musicians
Pablo Cardenas is a Cuban Jazz pianist, composer, music educator and arranger with different influences like Afro-Cuban, Latin jazz, Jazz Fusion, Modern Jazz, Classical and more. He studied classical performance at the Superior Institute of Arts in Havana, Cuba. Since the 2000s he has been performing in music festivals in Havana and internationally. He has been residing in Canada since 2011 where he created different music projects as The West Coast Cuban All Stars, The Latin Jazz Combo and his Modern Jazz Trio, contributing for the developing of the Latin and jazz scene in the area, performing at the most important venues and festivals around, and collaborating with accomplished musicians.
Cyril Cyrus Lojda. From Czech Republic, after finishing his academic preparation at Berklee University Cyril became one of the most accomplished Jazz drummers in the city, known for his great versatility and sensitivity.
Robert Johnson. From Nelson BC, bassist Rob has worked with some of the best jazz players in the area, he has prepared with important mentors like former member of Bill Evans Trio, Chuck Israels.
Nicolas Marquez. A Colombian prodigy and member of many of the different Pablo’s musical projects. Nicolas is a multi-Instrumentalist and percussionist that has de ability to feel comfortable at almost any music genre and percussion instrument, on this occasion he will be performing the congas.