EFG London Jazz Festival 2022

Vertigo

CENTRAL EUROPEAN SHOWCASE

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Last Show: Monday 14 th November 2022

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Vertigo ranks among the most original of Czech-Slovak groups. Founded in 2002 by pianist Vojt?ch Procházka, saxophonist Marcel Bárta, bass player Rastislav Uhrik, and drummer Daniel Šoltis, and later joined by trumpeter, Oskar Török and the singing cellist, Dorota Barová, their aim is to find their own musical language. The impetus: jazz. Gradually, through their versatility, they arrived at their own unique sound. Vertigo's music is characterized by unbounded improvisation, creating sophisticated compositions bordering on contemporary classical, as well as refined song forms. To date, they have released six albums, won three Golden Angel awards and been nominated four times. They have played dozens of concerts in both domestic and foreign venues, mainly clubs and festivals. Thanks to their unflagging enthusiasm and indisputable musical qualities, Vertigo has forged an unmistakably original identity within the European music scene.

Please note the the Austrian band HI5 are unable to travel to London due to unforseen circumstances. Vertigo will be performing a full show.

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The Central European Jazz Showcase (CEJS) was originally planned for November last year, but the pandemic stepped in. However, the concept of a two-day concert show of bands from the Czech Republic and Austria was retained, and the final winning band, Vertigo, selected last summer are finally able to showcase and popularize the Czech jazz scene.

VERTIGO

Vertigo ranks among the most original of Czech-Slovak groups. Founded in 2002 by pianist Vojt?ch Procházka, saxophonist Marcel Bárta, bass player Rastislav Uhrik, and drummer Daniel Šoltis, and later joined by trumpeter, Oskar Török and the singing cellist, Dorota Barová, their aim is to find their own musical language. The impetus: jazz. Gradually, through their versatility, they arrived at their own unique sound. Vertigo's music is characterized by unbounded improvisation, creating sophisticated compositions bordering on contemporary classical, as well as refined song forms. To date, they have released six albums, won three Golden Angel awards and been nominated four times. They have played dozens of concerts in both domestic and foreign venues, mainly clubs and festivals. Thanks to their unflagging enthusiasm and indisputable musical qualities, Vertigo has forged an unmistakably original identity within the European music scene.

Supported by the Czech Centre London and Soundczech

   

Band Lineup

Vojtech Procházka - piano

Marcel Bárta - saxophone

Rastislav Uhrik - bass

Daniel Šoltis - drums

Oskar Török - trumpet

Dorota Barová - cello