Described by Showcase Magazine as âOne of Vermontâs most innovative ensembles,â 35th Parallel winds a musical trail through the Middle East, North India, North Africa, and the Mediterranean.

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WORLD: World Fusion, JAZZ: World Fusion



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Described by Showcase Magazine as âOne of Vermontâs most innovative ensembles,â 35th Parallel takes the listener on a sinuous journey around the globe. Multi-instrumentalists Mac Ritchey and Gabe Halberg weave a sonic spell; winding a musical trail through the Middle East, North India, North Africa, and the Mediterranean.

Crossing Painted Islands features:

Mac Ritchey · oud, electric oud, bouzouki, didjeridoo, acoustic guitar, soundscapes

Gabe Halberg · tabla, tar, jaw harp, pakhawaj, percussion

Todd Roach · darbouka, riq, tar, overtone singing

Michael Chorney · baritone saxophone

Brian Boyes · trumpet

Zach Tonnissen · tenor and soprano saxophones

35th Parallel's name comes from the latitude line intersecting the regions that inspire their musicââthe Middle East, North India, North Africa, the Mediterranean, and the United States.

Their signature MediterrAsian sound blends Middle Eastern oud and Indian tabla with a variety of other non-Western instruments. With the subtle use of ambient soundscapes and electronic effects the musicians create a dynamic backdrop over which they play select pieces

35th Parallel is a juried artist with the Vermont Arts Council and listed on the New England States Touring Roster with the New England Foundation for the Arts. Their music has been used in numerous documentaries and radio broadcasts.