Saskia Laroo
Warren Byrd presents Duo Laroo/Byrd Live
Union Station Banquets
125 Pleasant St
Northampton, MA 01060
May 24, 2024
6:00 PM EDT
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🎷✨ Start your weekend with Duo Laroo/Byrd Live!
Get ready for a fun evening filled with original Funk, Soul, Blues, Bossa-Nova, and Jazz at The Deckbar on May 24, 2024, from 6-9pm! Join the dynamic duo Laroo/Byrd at Northampton Union Station, 125 Pleasant Street, Northampton, MA, for a captivating live performance #DuoLarooByrd #LiveMusic #Funk #Soul #Blues #BossaNova #Jazz #NorthamptonEvents #TheDeckbar
📅 Date: May 24, 2024 🕕 Time: 6-9pm 📍 Location: The Deckbar, Northampton Union Station, 125 Pleasant Street, Northampton, MA, US
Line up: Warren Byrd: keys, vocals, bongos Saskia Laroo: trumpet, alto sax, bass, vocals
About the music: Laroo and Byrd are known for their unique musical style that blends a variety of genres, including dance classics, the American songbook, and afro-Latin rhythms, along with their own original compositions. They are versatile performers, capable of creating the perfect atmosphere for any event, from large gala celebrations to cozy, intimate gatherings.
About Duo Laroo/Byrd: Trumpeter/composer/bandleader Saskia Laroo from Amsterdam and international pianist/composer Warren Byrd from the United States have been a strong musical duo for over 15 years. They have made significant contributions to the professional music world, both domestically and internationally. They have performed at festivals and concert halls in countries such as Hong Kong, Burundi, Vietnam, the US, and Indonesia. In 2011, they released the album "Two Of A Kind, a tribute to Miles & Monk"
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Saskia Laroo Biography
Saskia Laroo: Eclectic Virtuoso, Performing Her Own Original Music Worldwide
Saskia Laroo is a Dutch composer, performer, bandleader, and producer with a career spanning over 3 decades. She is known for her virtuosic trumpet playing and her innovative music, which blends elements of jazz, funk, hip hop, soul, blues, electronic dance music, and world music. Laroo is a multi-instrumentalist, also playing vocals, alto saxophone, and upright bass.
Laroo leads several bands, including the Saskia Laroo Band, Jazzkia and Duo Laroo/Byrd. With her bands, she performs mostly original music, which can be found on her own albums, released on her own record label, Laroo Records. Some of her albums contain pure acoustic jazz, while others contain eclectic music blends.
Laroo's music is known for its energy, groove, and improvisational flair. She is a virtuosic musician with a deep understanding of jazz tradition, but she is also not afraid to experiment and push the boundaries of the genre. Laroo's music is accessible to a wide audience, and she has performed at major festivals and venues all over the world.
Saskia Laroo is a unique and exciting talent on the music scene. Her eclectic music, energetic performances, innovative compositions, and production skills have made her a favorite of fans and critics alike. If you are looking for music that is both innovative and accessible, be sure to check out Saskia Laroo.
Read MoreSaskia Laroo is a Dutch composer, performer, bandleader, and producer with a career spanning over 3 decades. She is known for her virtuosic trumpet playing and her innovative music, which blends elements of jazz, funk, hip hop, soul, blues, electronic dance music, and world music. Laroo is a multi-instrumentalist, also playing vocals, alto saxophone, and upright bass.
Laroo leads several bands, including the Saskia Laroo Band, Jazzkia and Duo Laroo/Byrd. With her bands, she performs mostly original music, which can be found on her own albums, released on her own record label, Laroo Records. Some of her albums contain pure acoustic jazz, while others contain eclectic music blends.
Laroo's music is known for its energy, groove, and improvisational flair. She is a virtuosic musician with a deep understanding of jazz tradition, but she is also not afraid to experiment and push the boundaries of the genre. Laroo's music is accessible to a wide audience, and she has performed at major festivals and venues all over the world.
Saskia Laroo is a unique and exciting talent on the music scene. Her eclectic music, energetic performances, innovative compositions, and production skills have made her a favorite of fans and critics alike. If you are looking for music that is both innovative and accessible, be sure to check out Saskia Laroo.
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