Ready for Some Good Sax?
Text Stewart Johnson Photo Jimi Tenor
International saxophone stars will perform in two venues on 2 May in Tallinn. These two venues are Uus Laine and Balta Chill, both across the street from Balti Jaam Market. Seven bands and artists will be performing, from Estonia, Finland, Venezuela, and the US, and who have also played extensively internationally.
The Jimi Tenor Band features Jimi Tenor, a renowned Finnish musician and composer. His genres include funk, jazz, and avant-garde. You’ll hear songs from his new album, “Selenites, Selenites!”, as well as old favourites such as “Outta Space” and “Take Me Baby”. The Jimi Tenor Band also features the trombone, and all four members also sing.
EiK & Kalle Klein showcase the diversity of the Estonian music scene. Their concert is described as a “special programme where the saxophone meets poetry”—EiK is not just a musician, but also a poet. Klein combines mixed emotions with experimental rock in his music. Professionally trained, he has performed in many well-known bands.
Other artists playing include Miss Kypsis, who has toured in North America and Europe. Antonio Tensuro, also known as Kristjan Tenso, is widely known for several genres of music. The band Tikas/Pajula/Soo & Steve Vanoni are a four-person band led on the sax by Vanoni, from California.
Surin is a Tallinn band that combines several genres, including “krautrock”, punk, and jazz. They are fresh off the release of their debut album, “Nature Mort”. Phlox will also perform, known for his complex rhythms with saxophone. The Kevin Alva Project will also be performing, featuring Kevin Alva from Venezuela. More artists will also soon be announced!
Advance tickets are €30, after 20 April they are €35, and at the door they are €40. The complete lineup and tickets are available here.
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