On June 7th, I was delighted to conduct my original live score for the Charlie Chaplin film The Immigrant at the NorthSide Festival in Brooklyn. The ensemble was formed by a cohort of brilliant students from The New School for Jazz and Contemporary Music. Here is a video of the performance:
A Lorca Soundscape - Concerts at the ISB conference and The Jazz Gallery
It was a joy to revisit my project A Lorca Soundscape in the last few days, first in New York at my "home base" of the Jazz Gallery, and then at the International Society of Bassists conference in Ithaca, NY. The words of Federico García Lorca resonate with a new strength in a time in which basic liberties seem to be at risk, and it's a privilege to be able to revisit his message with a 21st century perspective.
I had the pleasure to perform with the amazing Claudia Acuña, Robert Rodriguez, Mark Ferber and alto sax virtuoso Miguel Zenón. Remy LeBeuf played alto with us in Ithaca for the first time, and was wonderful to have him in the group.
My dear maestro and mentor François Rabbath attended the ISB concert and it was a cathartic moment for me. He was the one who told me 20+ years ago to follow my dream, and my instincts and pursue playing and writing the music that was in my heart. I love him and owe him so much! I got all choked up having him in the audience, as it was the first time I actually performed with him in the audience, but he loved it and we played a great concert. We also raised over $300 on the spot for the ISB and their youth program.
Here are some nice pics of the events:
Alexis Interviewed by Leo Sidran on The Third Story Podcast
I'm a super fan of my dear friend Leo Sidran's podcast The Third Story. This week I happen to be his guest and in all honestly this is one of my favorite interviews I've ever done. Just two friends talking about the meaning of life, music, freedom and beyond. Hope you dig it and pls share it around! Check it out HERE
POÈTICA featured on Best Of 2016 lists
Poètica was recently featured in several Best Of 2016.
Felix Contreras' at NPR highlights Poètica in his blog Alt-Latino. Read the post "The Ones That Got Away: Music We Missed 2016"
Bird is the Work adds Poètica on their Best Of list here and say "The timeliness and relevancy of this project provides a level of clarity of no less importance than how damn amazing the music is."
The Step Tempest Best Of 16 post states that Poètica is "Urgent, thrilling, striking music that inhabits your mind with each listen."
It's an honor to be included in these lists, Thank you!
POÈTICA featured on WBGO's "The Checkout"
Alexis was recently interviewed by WBGO's Simon Rentner about Poètica, his film score of Chaplin's The Immigrant and more. Check out the full interview HERE
AC invited to join the Composers Now Board of Advisors!
I'm honored to be a new member of the Composers Now Board of Advisors! Really happy to be involved with this wonderful organization.
Maurice Hogue of "One Man Jazz" interviews Alexis Cuadrado
Listen to the recent interview that Maurice Hogue of "One Man Jazz" at CKUW 95.9 FM in Winnipeg did with Alexis, discussing Poètica and more.
Neon Jazz interviews Alexis Cuadrado
Check out this interview that Joe Dimino from Neon Jazz did with Alexis about Poètica, his life as a musician and educator and more.
Interview with Alexis Cuadrado for the blog "Jazz Speaks"
Noah Fishman interviews Alexis about his recent work Poètica, composing music for The New Yorker Radio Hour, teaching at The New School and more...
New Album POÈTICA released on 5/20!
My new album Poética (Sunnyside Records) will be released on 5/20. Preorder on iTunes and Amazon now! CD Release shows at The Jazz Gallery 5/20 and 5/21.
Upcoming Premieres
I'm so excited to have 2 works premiered in April Monday April 27: I'll be conducting a 10 piece band performing my new score of the Silent Film by Charlie Chaplin The Immigrant. The score was commissioned by The New School for Jazz and Contemporary Music and it will be performed live by a 10 piece ensemble. The event is a joint venture of The New School for Performing Arts (Jazz-Mannes-Drama) and it will be hosted by Matthew Broderick. Free admission, details HERE
Wednesday April 22: The Eco Music Big Band will premiere new piece Polar Litany in an Earth Day special concert. This is one of the most idiosicratic big bands out there, and a joy to write for. Info and tickets HERE
New group Premiere: AC GUITAR TRIO
I’m so thrilled to be playing with this 2 guys, they are my idols! We’ll be playing some new original music of mine, as well as arrangements of tunes that range from Billy Strayhorn to Bruno Mars. Featuring Nate Radley - guitar, Matt Wilson - drums, Alexis Cuadrado - bass.
ShapeShifter Lab
Tuesday February 10th, 7PM
18 Whitwell Place, Brooklyn, NY 11215
Premiere of new work on Nov 5th: Trivium for Bohemian Trio
I'm very excited to announce the premiere of my chamber piece Trivium, which will be performed by the outstanding chamber ensemble Bohemian Trio formed by Orlando Alonso (Piano), Yosvany Terry (Soprano Sax) and Yves Dharamraj (Cello). The concert is at the Instituto Cervantes and is part of the PLAY LOUD! Music Festival.
A Lorca Soundscape live at Lincoln Center on 6/3
Alexis will be performing with the Lorca Soundscape band next Tuesday June 3rd at Dizzy's Club - Jazz at Lincoln Center. Tickets here!
POETICA: New project premiere Apr 30th/May 2nd 2014!
My new project Poetica in collaboration with poets Rowan Ricardo Philips and Melcion Mateu will be premiered at SEEDS::Brooklyn during a 4 night residency. Visit the Poetica page.
New CD: A Lorca Soundscape
My new CD A Lorca Soundscape will be out on September 24. Preview and preorder on iTunes now!
CD Release Concerts at The Jazz Gallery
Composer in residence at The Jazz Gallery in May-June
In late May, I’ll be starting a month-long composing residency at The Jazz Gallery. Read more here.
A Lorca Soundscape: Full Concert Video
The full length concert of A Lorca Soundscape featuring Claudia Acuña, Miguel Zenón, Dan Tepfer and Mark Ferber is now available for streaming!
NYC Premiere of A Lorca Soundscape
Tickets available! The 92Y Tribeca and The Checkout Live will host the New York Performance of A Lorca Soundscape on Wed 3/28/12 at 8PM. Live webcast on NPR music and live radio broadcast on WBGO.