Borislav Strulev & Friends: Russian Jazz with a Twist

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Generation R at the JCC in Manhattan is proud to continue its ongoing live-music series in its state-of-the-art theater presented by world-renowned cellist and concert visionary Borislav Strulev. Join for an intimate evening of classic Russian jazz featuring Borislav and some of the best undiscovered local talent.

Borislav Strulev & Friends proudly presents a special evening featuring Israeli Virtuoso Leonid Ptashka, one of the world's preeminent pianists. Ptashka will be joined by saxophonist Yaacov Mayman, the New York-based saxophone player who has been contributing his uniqe voice to the vibrant New York, Russia and Israel Jazz scenes for years, earning praise from peers and music critics alike. Rounding out the jazz ensemble will be bassist Eddy Khaimovich and percussionist Alexandra Mogilevich. Khaimovich is thoughtful improviser who organically blends both his jazz and classical backgrounds, while Alexandra is one a select few female Jewish drummers statement. Aleksandra Mogilevich on drums is one of the few female Jewish percussionist to perform worldwide with some of the world's most renowned musicians.

$20.00 Member
$25.00 Non-Member