MOZAYIK: Rhythmic Reflections

Mozayik

Rhythmic Reflections

© 2004 Mozayik (825346463827)

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Jazz Music with a Haitian Flavor; Mozayik's musical concept draws upon the rich legacy of traditional Afro-Haitian rhythms, blending them with the instrumentation, melodic/harmonic sensibilities and improvisation of jazz.

tracks

1 Sa Te Bel
2 Pen Mayi
3 Mireille
4 Fifa's Theme
5 Second Nature
6 Caravan
7 African Queen
8 Limyè (featuring Beethova Obas)
9 Sincerely Yours
10 The Journey
11 Havana Sunrise
12 Moving On

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Mozayik's musical concept draws upon the rich legacy of traditional Afro-Haitian rhythms, blending them with the instrumentation, melodic/harmonic sensibilities and improvisation of jazz. Mozayik also cites Cuban and Brazilian jazz as sources of inspiration and the groups' original compositions show that the culture of Haiti has similar musical riches to offer. The group draws from a diverse array of other influences; classical, jazz, gospel and funk are all part of the Mozayik sound. The members of Mozayik bring together multiple talents and years of performing and recording experience.

Mozayik's self-titled debut recording was released to rave reviews, appearing in numerous newspapers and music magazines such as "The Haitian Times", "Beat", "Kompa Magazine", and Haiti's "Le Nouvelliste." The group was also featured on Public Radio International's "The World" program.

Mozayik has now released their second CD, Rhythmic Reflections. This dynamic new recording features such traditional Haitian folkoric drum rhythms as Nago (Sa te Bel) Mayi (Pen Mayi), Ibo (Mireille), Rara (Caravan & Moving On), Kontradans (African Queen), Kongo (Limye) and Petwo (The Journey). The beauty of Mozayik's concept lies in the way these rhythmic motifs are utilized. The compositional talents of drummer Gashford Guillaume, guitarist Eddy Bourjolly, and pianist Welmyr Jean-Pierre are quite evident on this recording, as the tunes are literally written to the Haitian drum patterns. Many projects seeking to fuse traditional/folkloric music with jazz seem to superimpose one structure or motif over the other, while Mozayik's approach is seemless.

Jazz lovers of all kinds are excited about Mozayik's sound, a blend of ancient and modern, grounded in tradition yet boldly moving forward.

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excerpt from Serge Bellegarde's review from www.haitiforever.com

... If I am praising this CD so much, it is for a good reason. The album is simply music to your ears. Bourjolly's smooth guitar, Welmyr Jean-Pierre's lyrical piano, Gene Torres's talking bass, Markus Schwartz's zestful percussion, Gashford Guillaume's skillful and sensitive drumming..... provide the special blend that makes this quintet one of the best on the musical scene. .....You'd better rush to your CD supplier to obtain your copy and then go sit down, listen and enjoy. Mozayik's Rythmic Reflections is a special treat!

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*Please note - the same music presented here on our self-produced "Rhythmic Reflections" CD is also now available on a re-released version entitled "Haitian Creole Jazz" on the ZOHO Music label (ZM 200506). The title, package, liner notes and song sequences are different, but the musical content is the same.

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  • ""Explosive""
    author: David C

    You guys have matured tremendously, as a band, since your intro CD, Mozayik. With the addition of Gene Torres, a new member in your group, seems to have added another extension to the band, and he rocks! I have tremendous respect for you guys, and hope to see you perform "live" one of these days. Keep up the good work.

  • Sounds like gold!
    author: Lyne

    Wow, I'm so impressed and I'm proud to say and emphasize that it has Haitian flavor. This CD is simply sweet and relaxing to listen to. The music is colorful just as is the album cover. Worth the buy!

  • fanjazzstic
    author: pasha

    beautiful arrangements, classical stewardship of haitian taste and class, gentlemen please don't stop!

  • 6 stars !!! Great album !
    author: Patrick Saint-Hilaire

    Just as the debut "mozayik album", this second album is excellent! Mozayik definitely needs to be considered as a truly genuine Haitian jazz band. Keep up with this magnificent work !

  • a-m-a-z-i-n-g
    author: ella

    mozayik's flavor is one that has been long needed in the jazz community. infuzing haitian rhythms is just what the genre needed to keep fresh and rooted in the music of the african diaspora. bringing in other sounds from latino to good-old-down-south-church rhythms, this quintet aptly named themselves mozayik; their music represents a spectrum of rhythms, melodies and spirit. rhythmic reflections - a must have!!!!

  • author: Remy LaCroix

    Excellent performance.The Creole beat will go on, thanks to all of you. Excelsior

  • fabulous!
    author: Marisol

    WOW, anyone who likes jazz music will definitely love this cd. This is an album of a variety of beats. It is very traditional and you won't regret adding it to your collection. It will serve as a special treat!

  • unique combination
    author: polanve

    Too often, jazz fusion CD’s are only showcases for the musician’s technical skills. This album is exactly the opposite. The musicianship is there, and subtle nuances reveal themselves with each new listening, but the songs also flow with beautiful, easy on the ear melody that Jazz and non-Jazz listeners alike find entrancing. This group achieves true fusion, with Jazz harmony worked into the base of Afro Haitian rhythmic and harmonic concepts. There is no sense of two different songs being played at the same time, rather the listener is treated to a whole new musical form derived both from the Haitian and the American musical sensibility. Thanks, Mozayik, for this excellent addition to my collection.

  • author: chardavoine

    congratulations ,congratulations, this sophomore effort has definitely gone to another level.i highly recommend this cd to everyone ,go ahead and take a listen, make sure you spread the news.

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