Superb Transylvanian/Americana band and Jesse James Music for Dance in Boulder,

[James Hoskins]

Greetings fans of Sherefe,

Two events of interest in Boulder - Tomorrow Jan. 30, and this weekend Jan. 31, Feb 1, 2 - are to taking place.

Biz and I attended the performance of Zoe Aqua and Katlan last night at the Savoy in Denver. It was frankly breathtaking!

They played traditional violin-based music from Hungary, Transylvania, and Americana traditions. Their pitch - both vocally and on violins and brach (rhythmic bowed viola-like instrument held beneath the chin) was impeccable, as well as the fast paced melodic lines being amazing in unison and harmony. Their take on American folk songs was refreshing, with original arrangements.

Our highest recommendation.

Also, this weekend at the Dairy center for the Arts, “Momentum” this years’ offering by long-standing local dance organization “The Mariposa Collective” features original live music and brand new choreography. Jesse Manno and James Hoskins of Sherefe have each composed 2 scores, as have fellow notable musicians Victor Mestas and Tober Schorr.  

The Musicians are collaborating throughout the evening. Playing on their own, and each other’s compositions.

It is a unique opportunity to see this kind of collaboration, with such a breadth of music, skills, and creativity from both the Music and the Dance worlds!

Please come out to these events, I know you will be most pleased that you did! — James Hoskins

Information for both events follows:

Zoe Aqua will be back in town, and will be giving a concert at Bonai Shalom together with Katlan on Thursday, January 30.

Here’s a brief description: 

KATLAN + ZOË AQUA MELD ROMANIAN FOLK WITH AMERICANA FOR A TRANSYLVANIAN EXTRAVAGANZA 

IN BOULDER ON 1/30

 

Hailing from the Transylvania region of Romania, Katlan bring their unique sound of traditional Transylvanian music, synthesized with American bluegrass and country vibes, to Congregation Bonai Shalom on Thursday, January 30, 2025.   Link for more information and tickets:

https://www.fivepointslive.com/zoe-aqua--katlan-13025-in-boulder.html

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The Mariposa Collective presents a unique evening of Dance, Aerial, Film, & Puppetry featuring new work from local Dance and Theater artists Lauren Beale, Caroline Butcher & Anna Pillot, Jaime Duggan & Lindsay Temple, Alli Jones, Jeny Jones & Ixeeya Lin, Elizabeth Pond & Shreya Venkatesh, Bridget Ryan & Faith Markovetz, Nancy Smith, and Betsy Tobin.

“Momentum” will also showcase the talents of four exceptional Colorado musicians - James Hoskins, Jesse Manno, Victor Mestas, and Tober Schorr who have been commissioned to perform original live music for the performance.

3 Shows at The Gordon Gamm Theater at the Dairy Arts Center:
Friday January 31, 7:30pm
Saturday February 1, 7:30pm
Sunday February 2, 2 pm

Facebook event link: https://www.facebook.com/events/1099966471770909

Tickets: $25 General Admission, $15 Seniors & Students

Ticket link:

The performance is funded in part by grants from the Boulder County Arts Alliance, The Boulder Arts Commission, and New Music USA.