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Twelve uniquely gifted singers with broad stylistic experience ranging from jazz to R&B to Indian classical opera, Voicestra offers a rich compositional vehicle for Bobby McFerrin's exploration of the musical universe. Bobby founded Voicestra in 1986, and it has since evolved into a medium for deeply spiritual and powerful improvisations. Voicestra is not just a choir, but a flexible and richly textured instrument through which Bobby can experiment with and express his unique vocal style and musical stream of consciousness. The music is entirely improvised. Melodies, rhythms and textures travel from singer to singer, perpetually morphing. For many audiences, a Voicestra performance is akin to a religious experience, providing them the rare opportunity to witness as well as participate in a musical celebration of spontaneity. "Voicestra was a dream of mine; it's been amazing to see and hear it realized. It is a group of singers from wildly disparate backgrounds, who have come together to explore the dynamics of vocal ensemble performance. My favorite, most inspiring times in concert have always been the impromptu moments on stage when the audience participates. At some point I began to realize that I wanted to work with other singers, and the idea for Voicestra seemed to be a natural development from these spontaneous group efforts in my performances. Voicestra encompasses all kinds of material from exploring world music, African chants and Indian ragas to storytelling. It celebrates the tradition of people singing together. From the beginning of human history people have sung together in groups, to rejoice and to mourn and to party and to pass the time. We are part of this tradition, looking back, looking forward, remembering old times and taking new chances. " - Bobby McFerrin Media Articles |
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