Wed Sep 25, 8:30 PM - Wed Sep 25, 11:30 PM
2463 18th St NW, Washington, DC 20009
Community: Adams Morgan
Description
Born and raised in the twin-island Republic of Trinidad & Tobago, Josanne Francis is an internationally known steelpan performer and music educator.
Event Details
$10
*cash only accepted at the door
Details:
9:00 PM
Josanne Francis (steelpan)
Avi Shah (tabla)
10:30 PM
Raga Jam Session
Bossa Bistro & Lounge
2463 18th Street NW
Washington, DC 20009
Her music delivers that special 'extra' that separates her from even the greats, and catapults listeners into a unique and exceptional place.
With hands that seem to float like the wings of a butterfly with a 'wand-like' touch, her music is not devoid of power when needed. Ms. Francis' music blends together and draws influences from traditional Calypso music, Jazz, Indian, Funk, Rock and Classical music- a unique mix which is not typical for the instrument.
Josanne has performed at venues such as the Kennedy Center and Carnegie Hall, and has appeared as a guest artist at festivals and universities across the United States, including the San Juan Concervatory of Music, San Juan Puerto Rico and the Caramoor Jazz Festival, NY. Josanne was recently one of 6 Artists in Residence at Strathmore for the 2017-2018 season. Recentlly awarded an award fro leadership by the Trinidad and Tobago ambassador to the United States, Josanne currently serves as the Artistic Director of the Cultural Academy for Excellence, Inc. and is the founder and managing director of Steel on Wheels LLC.
After the performance our jam session will follow. We are focused on encouraging spontaneous collaboration between smaller groups of musicians. Pairs, trios, quartets: join up with other musicians that are present or that you've met at past events and sign up for a slot to play. We only ask that your performance is rooted in or inspired by the tradition of Indian Classical Music.
Thank you for your support!!
District of Raga
*cash only accepted at the door
Details:
9:00 PM
Josanne Francis (steelpan)
Avi Shah (tabla)
10:30 PM
Raga Jam Session
Bossa Bistro & Lounge
2463 18th Street NW
Washington, DC 20009
Her music delivers that special 'extra' that separates her from even the greats, and catapults listeners into a unique and exceptional place.
With hands that seem to float like the wings of a butterfly with a 'wand-like' touch, her music is not devoid of power when needed. Ms. Francis' music blends together and draws influences from traditional Calypso music, Jazz, Indian, Funk, Rock and Classical music- a unique mix which is not typical for the instrument.
Josanne has performed at venues such as the Kennedy Center and Carnegie Hall, and has appeared as a guest artist at festivals and universities across the United States, including the San Juan Concervatory of Music, San Juan Puerto Rico and the Caramoor Jazz Festival, NY. Josanne was recently one of 6 Artists in Residence at Strathmore for the 2017-2018 season. Recentlly awarded an award fro leadership by the Trinidad and Tobago ambassador to the United States, Josanne currently serves as the Artistic Director of the Cultural Academy for Excellence, Inc. and is the founder and managing director of Steel on Wheels LLC.
After the performance our jam session will follow. We are focused on encouraging spontaneous collaboration between smaller groups of musicians. Pairs, trios, quartets: join up with other musicians that are present or that you've met at past events and sign up for a slot to play. We only ask that your performance is rooted in or inspired by the tradition of Indian Classical Music.
Thank you for your support!!
District of Raga