Fred Wesley - Generations

Description

Decades after establishing himself as one of the architects of funk through his collaborations with James Brown and George Clinton, Fred Wesley launched a new project that connects his jazz roots with the future: Generations. Generations is an expandable trio featuring Fred Wesley on trombone, Leonardo Corradi on organ, and French drummer Tony Match. The three musicians, who originally came together to pay tribute to the soulful jazz of legendary organist Jimmy Smith, immediately understood each other and have been grooving together ever since. Their show combines Wesley's talent and experience from collaborations with artists like Count Basie, Ray Charles, Lenny Kravitz, and D’Angelo, Corradi's energetic interpretation of Smith and other historic jazz giants, as well as Match's jazz drumming influenced by unique elements such as African beats and electronic sounds. Tony Match is a French drummer, MD, and music producer. For over twenty years, he has worked with the world's best jazz musicians, both as a music producer and musician, as well as a musical director. From Fred Wesley, Pee Wee Ellis, Paul Jackson the Headhunter, Richard Galliano to Rick Margitza, Tony has been involved in many projects with jazz, soul, and funk icons like Martha High. He has performed with Omar, Vanessa Haynes (Incognito), Randy Brecker, Lionel, Flavio Boltro, Lionel Loueke, and Ulf Wakenius, and has composed with Flora Purim and Mozez (Zero7), among others. Tony Match has composed, produced, and mixed over two hundred titles for major and leading independent labels, including albums for Deutsche Grammophon and Universal. Leonardo Corradi, one of the most talented European organists and considered an Italian shooting star, has already shared the stage with Antonio Sanchez, Dave Liebman, Rick Margitza, Kurt Rosenwink, Fred Wesley, Pee Wee Ellis, Martha High, Flavio Boltro, and many others. In 2010, he was voted the best Hammond player by JAZZIT magazine (Italy) and recorded his first solo album at age 18 with Peter Bernstein (guitar). Together with Tony Match, they tour the world with Fred Wesley and Generations!

Highlights

• Fred Wesley, trombone and funk icon
• Trio with Leonardo Corradi and Tony Match
• Tribute to legendary organist Jimmy Smith

General Information

The concert "Generations" takes place at the Jazzhaus in Freiburg im Breisgau. Fred Wesley, known for his collaborations with icons like James Brown, presents a unique jazz experience with his fellow musicians that combines tradition and modern influences.

Location

Schnewlinstraße 1, 79098 Freiburg im Breisgau, Germany

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