Feb 13 2024 21 mins
Join us as Black Van Club hosts a captivating conversation with Feven Kidane, an Ethiopian-Eritrean-Canadian composer, trumpeter, and bassist from Vancouver. Feven's music, deeply rooted in the rich traditions of Black American Music - often referred to as jazz - breaks new ground and crosses genre boundaries.
Episode Breakdown:
- 0:00-1:49: Reflections on Black History Month celebrations at the VIFF.
- 1:50: Feven shares her journey, from her early days in Langley, BC, to her initial encounters with jazz music.
- 5:35: Exploration of the documentary "Max Roach: The Drum Also Waltzes" and a look into the "Celebrating Black Futures Event" on February 8th, featuring Feven Kidane Sextet Live, presented by VIFF & The Vancouver Art Gallery.
- 9:15: Insight into Feven's creative process, her collaborative efforts, and her advice for emerging musicians seeking community in the often solitary landscape of a city.
- 12:52: A dive into Vancouver's local music scene, Feven's performances, collaborations, her band, and her aspirations for a dream collaboration in Vancouver.
- 18:05:Announcement of Feven's upcoming performances.
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