MP3 Musique Noire - Good Hair

An acoustic string and percussion ensemble presenting a compelling variety of jazz and jazz influenced music.

10 MP3 Songs in this album (51:14) !
Related styles: JAZZ: World Fusion, LATIN: Latin Jazz

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Details:
Musique Noire was formed in 2005. The group's members, who reside in Detroit, Chicago and Washington, D.C., are veteran players nationally and internationally. Led by violinist Michelle May, the group produces a sophisticated sound showcasing unique arrangements of jazz standards as well as original music. Their debut CD, "Good Hair", is a collection of original songs (and three cover tunes) reflective of the bands many influences: Latin, funk, world music, and, of course, jazz. Members include: Michelle May, violin, Leslie Deshazor Adams, viola, Leah Lucas, viola and violin, JoVia Armstrong, percussion, Mark Sawasky, percussion. âGood Hairâ features special guests Cecelia Sharpe on cello, Naima Shamborguer and Angela Celeste May on vocals, Marion Hayden (Straight Ahead), Kerry Lacy, Pathe Jassi and James Francis on bass, Rydell Chavez Smith, John E. Lawrence, Michael DeLorean and Michael Gabriel on guitar and Julien Labro (Hot Club of Detroit) on accordion. The track âLa Fiestaâ, includes the flamenco dance steps of Valeria Montes (âLa Chispaâ).