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Indo-Jazz Group Natraj and Jayshree Rajamani
Art After Hours: Indian Spice at Wadsworth Atheneum, Hartford, CT What happens when Indian classical dance meets jazz and world music? Dazzling footwork, vibrant melodies, graceful expression, and invigorating rhythms! In this performance, world-jazz group Natraj collaborates with stellar Indian classical dancer Jayshree Bala Rajamani, for a spectacular visual-aural East-meets-West fusion that is not to be missed. In addition to Natraj and Rajamani, enjoy savory Indian cuisine from Bombay Olive, move like a movie star with Bollywood dance lessons, watch a henna body painting demonstration, and see the latest styles in Indian clothing and jewelry from Sadhna’s. Mira Nair’s classic film, Monsoon Wedding, will be shown at 8:00PM. Cash bar. For tickets and information: 860-278-2670 or http://www.thewadsworth.org/event/art-after-hours-escape-to-india/ “Natraj is… better than ever... driving percussion and now-searching, now-soaring melodic excursions... And for all of the intensity, there’s still plenty of open space.†- Boston Herald. “Natraj... The future of jazz... the future of world music... a spellbinding tapestry... a jazz hybrid of celebration and reflection.†- Times of India. Jayshree Bala Rajamani’s grace and lightning footwork create the perfect fusion between body movement and music. “Breathtaking footwork.†- Indian Express, New Delhi. “Impressive... with a flair for Abhinaya [expression]... sensitively visualized.†- The Hindu. Natraj: Phil Scarff - soprano saxophone Greg Loughman - string bass Jerry Leake - multipercussion
Date: 09/01/2011
Location: Wadsworth Atheneum
Time: 5:00 pm
Organized By: Wadsworth Atheneum
Cost: $10, free for members
Contact: 860-278-2670
Web: http://www.thewadsworth.org/event/art-after-hours-escape-to-india/
Directions: 600 Main St., Hartford, CT 06103
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