ZABAVA!
Zabava is a widely-used Slavic word for music-centered parties featuring virtuoso players. The music on this recording is a nod to that Eastern European tradition of instrumental fire infused with a modern club vibe.
Solo Settings
When music defies categorization, you just have to hear it for yourself. Solo Settings is dazzlingly original music for solo trumpet in a variety of settings featuring eclectic grooves and percussion from around the world.
Excerpts from A Night in the Tropics
Video Clips
Note: All video clips are Quicktime files. Download Quicktime
| Almanac Interview |
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| Dos Gardenias Live on Almanac |
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| Dancing Gypsy Live on Almanac |
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| Dancing Gypsy with Osmo Vänskä |
| 1. Intro Trumpet Solo |
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| 2. Tommy Barbarella Solo |
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| 3. Osmo Vänskä Solo |
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| 4. Finale |
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| 1. “Deal” Live on Bravo! Canada |
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| 2. “Java” From Musique Plus Montreal |
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| 3. “Soul Boulevard” Live on Bravo! Canada |
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| 4. Now Is Leaving |
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Radio Interviews
| 1. Interview with Minnesota Public Radio |
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| 2. All Things Considered |
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