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Sophie Delmas
SOPHIE DELMAS comes from a family of artists, whose grandparents were opera singers, so naturally she began her training at STUDIO VARIETIES in 1989 (Paris, France). At the age of 19 she is noticed by Mouloudji and will sing with him. Then she will do a 2 years touring with the trio "3 TIMES DANGER" and in 1996 will be part of Gospel choirs of MARIAH CAREY at Bercy (Paris, France).
Her first hit was in 1997 with the song "I Want" written by FRANCOIS VALERY. She then turned to the musical comedy, first with "A Christmas Tale" played in 2001 THEATER OF PORTE ST MARTIN in Paris, then the role of Aurora in "SHADOW OF A GIANT" at the Théâtre Mogador (Paris) in 2002. In 2003 she played in "Gone with the Wind "(G. Presgurvic & Kamel Ouali) au Palais des Sports (Paris) and interpret the character of Belle Watling, a role commensurate with her personality. At the end of this adventure she created SHOWLLYWOOD show in which she revisits the great standards of the Hollywood musical films. A major event then mark a turning point in her artistic career, with the famous designer Pierre Cardin. Captivated by her voice and performance, it opens the doors of the SAIGON OPERA where she give a recital broadcast on French Song: BONJOUR PARIS. Several tours in France, Europe, in the Middle and Near East as well as Asia, have confirmed the success of this show which is intended as an homage to French culture.
In 2009, Sophie is part of the musical DOTHY & THE WIZARD OF OZ (D.Attia-A.Cohen) at the Grand Rex of Paris in which she plays and interprets two roles. The press and public were unanimous on voice performance and quality of her interpretation as an actress. All these experiences show a true artistic passion, which SOPHIE DELMAS not fail to share and pass on the generosity that defines her so well ...
and SHE WAS AT VINIDEUS ON JULY 11TH 2009 !!!
David Friesen
The David Friesen compositions are all gorgeous, rich and accessible, each tune more beautiful than the first and absolutely wonderful soloing and ensemble play at its highest level. JM/Jazz Clubscene
Everything the trio plays is colored with a pronounced individuality. The harmonic depth, intense rhythm and subtle interaction they employ mesmerizes an audience. D.Ramsey/Downbeat, Jazz Times
David Friesen: Bass
It’s been said of David Friesen that He does for the art of bass playing what Pythagoras did for the triangles Patrick Hinely/Jazz Times
David Friesen has recorded over 70 CD's as a leader/ co-leader and appeared as a sideman or featured artist on more than 100 recordings. He has performed and/ or recorded with many of the great names and legends of jazz including: Stan Getz, Dexter Gordon, Joe Henderson, Sam Rivers, Michael Brecker, Bud Shank, Dizzy Gillespie, Woody Shaw, Freddy Hubbard, Art Farmer, Clark Terry, Joe Venuti, Mal Waldron, Jaki Byard, Kenny Drew Sr., Chick Corea, Milt Jackson, Slim Gaillard, John Scofield, Philly Joe Jones, Elvin Jones, Paul Motian, Jack Dejohnette, Airto Moreira, and many others. He has performed in concert as a soloist (Friesen is one of two or three bassists in the world that is able to play a solo concert and keep an audience riveted) and with his own groups throughout the United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Sweden, Denmark, Norway, Germany, Belgium, Switzerland, The Netherlands, France, Spain, Portugal, Italy, Austria, Hungary, Slovenia, Turkey, Poland, Japan, Australia, China and South America.
In a recent 2006 jazz bass poll, David Friesen was listed as one of the 20 most influential bass players in the history of jazz.
Bassist David Friesen is a phenomenon, a player whose musicianship, tone, time and imagination are uncategorizable. Nat Hentoff
AT VINIDEUS ON AUG 15TH 2009 !!!
Tony Pacini
The jazz piano artistry of Tony Pacini has been enthusiastically enjoyed by nightclub and festival audiences throughout the West coast as well as in his hometown of Portland, Oregon.
Born in Tokyo, Japan (May, 1970), while his father, (a consumate musician) was on the road at the time; pianist Tony Pacini came to Portland, Oregon as an infant. Tony's exposure to music began at an early age, having the added benefits of growing up in a musical family including three uncles, two aunts and a father all of whom were experienced musicians. A piano student since age 5, Tony led his first trio as a teenager, holding down weekends at a popular jazz spot.
The piano made higher education possible for Tony, including study at Boston's prestigious Berklee College Of Music, courtesy of a all-tuition paid scholarship from jazz critic Leonard Feather.
Upon returning to Portland Tony immersed himself in the jazz scene performing with, most notably: Leroy Vinnegar, Bud Shank, Harry Allen, Ritchie Cole, Carl Saunders, Chuck Israels, Dan Faehnle, Claudio Roditi, Hadley Calliman, Mel Brown, Ron Steen, Nancy King and Rebecca Kilgore.
In addition to leading the Tony Pacini Trio, Tony Pacini is the pianist and musical director of the Mel Brown Quartet as well as producer of the Mel Brown Quartet's new hit release, "Live: An Evening With The Mel Brown Quartet".David Friesen compositions are all gorgeous, rich and accessible, each tune.