International funk festival jointly organized by Estonia and Finland

International funk festival jointly organized by Estonia and Finland

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Get ready for the groovy vibes of the FinEst Funk Festival happening from March 14-16! This year, the funk scene is lit up with a blend of established musicians and emerging talents from Estonia and Finland.

Making their first appearance in Estonia, the Grammy-nominated Norbotten Big Band, led by saxophonist Joakim Milder, teams up with Nine Sparks Riots for an unforgettable performance. The Norbotten Big Band, featuring soloists like Joe Lovano, Toots Thielemans, and Chris Potter, promises a magnificent funk extravaganza.

Italian funk sensation Giacomo Turra, born in 1997, is another act not to miss. Inspired by his father's record collection, Turra started playing tunes by Stevie Wonder, George Benson, and Herbie Hancock at the age of 13. His collaborations with Brandon "TAZ" Niederauer, Phoebe Katis, and Jessica Burdeaux are testament to his talents.

Estonian funk music will shine with the Estonian Funk Unit and their project, Eesti Groove'i Radadel, performing Marju Kuut's repertoire alongside trumpeter Jaan Kuman. Representing the Finnish funk scene, We Got Soul featuring Sam Huber promises an electrifying performance.

Sten Valdmaa, one of the festival organizers, shares his excitement, "Whether you're a funk aficionado or new to the genre, FinEst Funk Festival promises a varied, exhilarating listening experience." Last year, Philip Lassiter made his Estonian debut at the festival and went on to perform at the Estonian Jazz Festival the following December — a testament to how the festival introduces audiences to new talents they can't help but want more of.

This year, the festival will take place on March 14 in Tartu at the Alexela Creative Stage, March 15 in Tallinn at the JAIK Theatre House (formerly Vaba Lava), and on March 16 in Helsinki at Töölö restaurant and Storyville jazz club.

So, bust out your dancing shoes and get ready for a groovy ride! For more details on the lineup, schedule, or tickets, check out the official festival website or social media pages. Don't miss out on this funk-tastic event!

1. In addition to the Estonian Funk Unit and Eesti Groove'i Radadel, the Finnish funk band We Got Soul, with Sam Huber, will be added to the 2022 FinEst Funk Festival lineup.
2. The Norbotten Big Band, led by Joakim Milder, will be performing a solo in Tallinn, Estonia for the first time, joining Nine Sparks Riots for an electrifying collaboration at the 2022 FinEst Funk Festival.
3. Italian funk sensation Giacomo Turra, renowned for his talents through collaborations with Brandon "TAZ" Niederauer, Phoebe Katis, and Jessica Burdeaux, is another act that promises entertainment at the 2022 FinEst Funk Festival.
4. Estonian funk music enthusiasts should be excited for Marju Kuut's repertoire performance by the Estonian Funk Unit and trumpeter Jaan Kuman at the 2022 FinEst Funk Festival in Tallinn.
5. As the festival expands to different locations, the 2022 FinEst Funk Festival will take place on March 14 in Tartu, Estonia, March 15 in Tallinn, and on March 16 in Helsinki, providing music fans with a variety of funk entertainment options throughout the event.

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