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The Quartet Babu uses Indian classical inspired composition with Jazz and Western classical idiosyncrasies. The compositions make use of Ragas and Talas as well as Jazz forms and harmonies. The music searches for the heart of the raga's tale, its eternal sound sentiment. Using the language of the Tabla. The band is rhythmically charged, creating pulses within the pulse and rhythms shifting in and out of phase, setting alight an ecstatic melodic improvisation. The word is out on this fresh ensemble, relentlessly pushing their musical abilities and engaging audiences in an ineffable dialogue. "The colours and fusion of this young quartet reflect the South African mosaic. A union of genres, of rhythms and of sounds without compromise, virtuoso exploration of the major disciplines of improvisation seamlessly bringing together the traditions of Jazz and Indian Classical music. Babu sounds out the cultures with an intensity and staggering ease. One thinks of Shakti or Mahavishnu orchestra, but also hear Miles, Coltrane and Dolphy." - Lorraine Soliman (Jazz Magazine)
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