Kinan Azmeh, clarinet
Kyle Sanna, guitar
Josh Myers, Bass
John Hadfield , Drums
Formed in 2006 in New York City, the Kinan Azmeh CityBand immediately gained recognition for their virtuosic and high energy performance, receiving praise from critics and audiences alike.
With this New York ensemble, Azmeh strives to reach a balance between classical music, jazz, and the music of his homeland, Syria, creating music that is inspired by many traditions without being limited by any of these traditions.
Azmeh’s expressive clarinet meets Kyle Sanna’s rustic guitar, soaring at times over the dynamic and volatile backdrop of John Hadfield’’s drums and Josh Myers’ double bass. Each band member has come from varied backgrounds to add their personal flair to this ensemble, resulting in a thoroughly exciting and rewarding listening experience.
The band has toured the US,Canada, Taiwan, France, England, Germany, Holland, Egypt, Lebanon, Oman, UAE, Spain and Turkey and Switzerland, with notable performances at the Library of Congress, Carnegie Hall, Boston Celebrity Series, Berlin’s Boulez Saal, Cologne Philharmonie among others.
Their latest album “Live in Berlin” recorded live in Berlin at the Pierre Boulez Saal was released by the Dreyer-Gaido label and received raving reviews.
Video Links:
From the Musical Bridges Festival, San Antonio, Texas
From the Five Boroughs Music Festival, New York City
