August jazz festival kicks off this Friday featuring William Parker: "I advocate for joy: kids who converse in various tongues laugh and weep alike"
In the heart of August, the 41st edition of Jazz em Agosto is unfolding at the Fundação Calouste Gulbenkian in Lisbon, Portugal. This esteemed music event, now in its 41st year, is filled with uncertainties but remains a beacon for jazz enthusiasts worldwide.
Two of the main artists gracing the stages this year are William Parker and Patricia Brennan. Parker, a key figure in avant-garde jazz and improvised music, is performing in a trio format alongside Cooper-Moore and Hamid Drake. Their performance, scheduled for an outdoor amphitheater setting, is a highlight of the event's programme, which runs from August 1 to 10, 2021.
Patricia Brennan, also a significant artist at Jazz em Agosto 2021, was recently interviewed by the Portuguese publication Expresso. Her prominence in the festival's lineup is evident from the coverage and festival materials, although the exact nature of Brennan’s performance or her musical role is yet to be specified.
Jazz em Agosto prides itself on creative urgency in its programming, and both Parker and Brennan contribute significantly to this artistic ethos. Music is the central focus at this event, not an accessory, making it a must-attend for jazz lovers seeking authentic and innovative performances.
As the festival continues, the anticipation builds for the unique collaborations and improvisations that will undoubtedly take place under the Portuguese sun. Jazz em Agosto at Gulbenkian in Lisbon promises to be an unforgettable celebration of jazz, showcasing the talents of artists like William Parker and Patricia Brennan.
[1] Expresso, (2021). William Parker e Patricia Brennan entre os principais artistas do Jazz em Agosto. [online] Available at: https://www.expresso.pt/cultura/william-parker-e-patricia-brennan-entre-os-principais-artistas-do-jazz-em-agosto-1481744
[2] Jazz em Agosto, (2021). Programa. [online] Available at: https://jazzemagosto.gulbenkian.pt/en/programme/
[3] Jazz em Agosto, (2021). William Parker. [online] Available at: https://jazzemagosto.gulbenkian.pt/en/artists/william-parker/
[4] Jazz em Agosto, (2021). Patricia Brennan. [online] Available at: https://jazzemagosto.gulbenkian.pt/en/artists/patricia-brennan/
Enjoy the rhythmic blend of 'Blitz' and 'entertainment' as the duo, William Parker and Patricia Brennan, take center stage at Jazz em Agosto, bringing their unique style of music to the heart of Lisbon, Portugal. This event isn't just a festival, it's a 'Blitz' of entertainment, showcasing the very best in jazz music.
