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| The Music Asefa was founded in 2001 by bandleader, composer and ethnomusicologist Samuel Torjman Thomas. Focused primarily on incorporating elements from Moroccan and jazz-based musical traditions, Asefa traverses a wide musical landscape that can include repertoire from Israel, Persia, Poland and America . Thomas' arrangements and original compositions, imbued with contemporary concepts in improvisation and instrumentation, reflect a spirit of music making integral in our days. |
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In Concert |
| In clubs and on stages worldwide, Asefa blends North African grooves, Sephardi sounds with jazz and popular music sensibilities. Vocals, Sax, guitars, oud, bass, guimbri, drums, and loads of percussion rock the house and get the crowd moving everytime. Based in NYC, Asefa is a collective of some of the area's most talented musicians.
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Private Events |
| Asefa creates a musical tapestry for your special occasion or event. Asefa can perform a wide array of musical styles with a very high level of musicality. Whether its a wedding, a corporate event, or a private party, we cater our performance to your musical tastes every time. This unique combination of quality and customer service sets us apart. To learn more about Asefa in private events.
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Workshops & Programming |
| In addition to being bandleader of Asefa, Samuel Torjman Thomas is also a trained ethnomusicologist. Asefa programming is focused on bringing the musicians and the audience into a more intimate exchange about the processes and meaning of music. Workshops and programs are designed to strengthen understanding about and inspire participation in different world music styles, including Middle Eastern and North African musics, jazz, klezmer, and other Jewish musics. To learn more about workshops and programs led by Mr. Thomas and Asefa.
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