Thursday, April 28, 2016

Francisco Mela, Leo Genovese, Gerald Cannon

Video interview segment with drummer Francisco Mela, whose new album "Fe" features his Crash Trio, plus John...


Published on Apr 24, 2016
In this interview done during the 2016 Jazz Cruise, drummer Francisco Mela talks about three of his projects, including his Crash Trio (with Gerald Cannon and Leo Genovese), Cuban Safari band and the Cuban Jazz Machine (dedicated to Elvin Jones' music). Mela also discusses his role as artistic director of the Twin Cities Jazz Festival in Minnesota. Mela was appearing on the cruise with Joe Lovano’s group. 

Interview by Irene Lee. Video production by Lee Mergner. Editing by Lee Mergner & Melissa Mergner. Thanks to Michael Lazaroff, Ginger Biondo and the staff of the Jazz Cruise.

For more information about Francisco Mela, go to www.franciscomela.com
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