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BRT presents an evening of Gypsy Pop with Occidental Gypsy April 21
CUMBERLAND - Blackstone River Theatre, 549 Broad St., will present an evening of Gypsy Pop with Occidental Gypsy on Saturday, April 21, at 8 p.m. Admission is $12 in advance and $15 on the day of the show. For reservations or information call Blackstone River Theatre at 401-725-9272.
Occidental Gypsy is pioneering the sound of Gypsy Pop. They combine uptempo, high-energy rhythms of Gypsy music with the catchy hooks of Pop music. Occidental Gypsy's debut album, "Over Here," was released in 2011.
The group was originally formed by brothers Brett Feldman on lead guitar and Jeff Feldman on bass as a straight-ahead Gypsy Jazz Quartet. With the release of "Over Here" and the addition of new members, the band has taken on a more diverse, sophisticated, and eclectic sound. The group is fronted by Berklee-trained singer and rhythm guitarist Scottie Kulman, and supported by two Berklee students - violinist Jakub Trasak, from the Czech Republic, and percussionist Francisco Vielma, from Venezuela.
Occidental Gypsy's unique approach to pop, jazz, and dance music stems from the influence of Gypsy Swing founders, Django Reinhardt and Stephane Grappelli. The members of the group possess knowledge and reverence for the Gypsy style and say they feel honored to bring their music to the ears of new audiences.
04/17/12
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