Notable saxophonist Muscat coming to BU
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This article was published 26/10/2024 (383 days ago), so information in it may no longer be current.
European jazz saxophonist Carlo Muscat will perform a pro series concert at Brandon University (BU) next week after releasing his seventh album on Friday.
Muscat, who is originally from Malta and is now based in Kyiv, Ukraine, will perform at the Lorne Watson Recital Hall inside the Queen Elizabeth II Music Building on Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. He will be backed by members of the School of Music faculty, including Diogo Peixoto, guitar; Marika Galea, bass; and Eric Platz, drums.
Galea, who is also the concert’s curator, said he is thrilled to have the opportunity to host such remarkable international musicians through the pro series.”
“Carlo is someone who has been a part of my musical community for a number of years. He plays, composes, teaches and runs a venue, Galea said in a press release from BU. “He has been extremely helpful when I have taught and performed in Malta, and we are very excited to have the support of Arts Council Malta and Brandon University in supporting this visit to Canada.”
Muscat’s seventh album as a bandleader, “The Body is Only Light,” was recorded in Kyiv earlier this year and was released Friday on the American label ears&eyes Records, the BU press release stated.
Having released his first album in 2014, Muscat has explored different aspects of sound and composition in each recording since then, gaining recognition as an inventive improviser, the release added.
BU music dean Greg Gatien said it’s a credit to Galea and the School of Music team to welcome Muscat for a pro series performance.
“In a relatively short amount of time, he has created an incredible body of work, and his performances on stage are equally impressive,” Gatien said in the release. “I’m excited that our talented faculty will be playing alongside Carlo in an evening of jazz that is going to be a great treat for our local audience.”
Tickets for Tuesday’s concert are available at the door for $20 for general admission or free for BU and Conservatory of Music students.
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