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This multimedia presentation will present pertinent historical facts of Cuba as it relates to the integration of the flute into popular Cuban music. You will hear the first recording made by Thomas Edison in 1902 followed by important clips of recordings and videos which will show a clear timeline of the development of the different […]
This approach provides a clear and concise step by step method of how to play jazz. Some of the major components include learning about key historical events which influenced the cultural development of jazz and the most important people who contributed to the innovations of the music, jazz ear training, applicable and functional theory to […]
In this presentation I will share my personal success story of how I cured myself of Focal Dystonia in my hands. Focal Dystonia is an extremely debilitating dysfunction which has been occurring more and more in professional musicians’ lives.I will also discuss the different strategies I used for healing and questions we must all address […]
This experiential workshop is designed to promote inner peace and happiness through a combination of music, storytelling and meditation. Included in each session are deep breathing exercises and gentle asana postures, followed by meditative flute music and a brief period of silence. The workshop concludes with an improvisational flute performance. For more details please visit […]
The intention of this offering is to provide meditation and healing services for those in need. Meditation has been proven, over thousands of years, to be beneficial in so many ways. It will allow you to slow down your everyday thoughts to create space for higher vibrational thoughts which will affect the overall holistic health […]
Using Eric Dolphy- like inside/ outside lines and Coltranish sound sheets, Brachfeld’s precisely articulated improvisations add a hefty dose of originality, always ending in fruition. ~James Rozzi, jazziz.com, Fall 2018
Straight ahead and swinging, courtesy of bassist Harvie S and drummer Jason Tiemann, this quartet is the manifestation of professionalism. ~James Rozzi, jazziz.com, Fall 2018
Following a year of reflection, Andrea Brachfeld composed and recorded a selection of songs that she submitted for a New Jazz Grant from Chamber Music America. The winning results can be heard on If Not Now, When? (Jazzheads) her ninth release as a leader. Nine of the 10 songs are collaborations melding Brachfeld’s sinewy melodies […]
“If not now, when? ends with Andrea flawless improvisations and powerful interpretation by the quartet in the a gorgeous rendition of the classic Amazing Grace.” ~Wil Sostre, jnbreview.blogspot.com, August 2018
“In a recording full of musical gems, Anima Mea is one of the brightest. Anima Mea feels more personal and instrospective, and the beauty of Andrea’s tone can be appreciated more on this piece.” ~Wil Sostre, jnbreview.blogspot.com, August 2018