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 International
Groove Conspiracy is a two-time winner the Future of Jazz Competition,
a prestigious event that highlights international musical talent. In
2003, the trio was invited to play in an exclusive concert for the world-renowned
Latin jazz pianist, Chucho Valdez. The summer of 2004 found the group
broadening its following by playing at the Atlantis Music Conference
and the 27th Annual Atlanta Jazz Festival. The concert at the festival
was well received by the thousands of jazz lovers that attended the
event and also caught the attention of fellow performers Randy Weston,
Regina Carter, Roy Hargrove and Ahmad Jamal. The IGC returned to the
28th Atlanta Jazz Festival in the summer of 2005 and also delivered
an enthusiastic performance at the Montreaux Music Festival of Atlanta
later that year. The group is currently scheduled to appear at the 29th
Annual Jazz Festival, Memorial Day weekend 2006.
The pianist is Venezuelan José
García who is one of the most sought after musicians in the
Atlanta Latin and jazz scene. He is also an accomplished and formally
trained classical and jazz pianist. José has written all
of the original compositions and arrangements for International
Groove Conspiracy's debut album, Beyond Horizon. |
Steinway Artist José García
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Matt Stallard - bassist |
American-born
bassist, Matt Stallard, began his musical career by playing drums in
his middle school orchestra in Wise, Virginia. After taking up bass
and moving to Atlanta, his tastes evolved to include a wide variety
of music ranging from jazz to reggae to salsa. Matt brings an element
of solidity to every project through his seamless playing and is the
musical foundation of International Groove Conspiracy. |
| Emrah
Kotan is a classically trained percussionist from Turkey who taught
himself how to play a drum set. Emrah began playing jazz clubs in Ankara
and Istanbul, but his musical capability truly developed while studying
music in the United States. Emrah brings a sense of energy and enthusiasm
to International Groove Conspiracy through his passionate performances
and rhythmic flavor. |
Emrah Kotan - percussionist |
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