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Gabriel Santiago Quintet
11+ albums
jazzinstrumentalSXSW
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" The Gabriel Santiago Quintet has been performing extensively in the United States and in Brazil, supporting the album “Gabriel Santiago”, released in 2008 (Brazil) and 2009 (USA). The Quintet recently toured in the United States, and gave concerts and master-classes for High School and University students in different areas of the Country. These performances featured the quintet as guest artists with the High School and University Jazz Ensembles. The group also performed many concerts and festivals since 2008 worldwide. Locally, they have been featured on KUT Radio Station, at The Austin Jazz festival, concerts for the University of Texas, and local Austin Jazz venues. The group has collaborated with The University of Texas Jazz Orchestra, Andre Mehmari, Romero Lubambo, Leah Zeger, and Justin Vasquez among others. A World Tour will follow the release of the 2011 DVD. " Members Gabriel Santiago - Guitarist & Vocals Peter Stoltzman - Piano Russell Haight - Tenor & Saprano Sax, Clarinet Wayne Salzmann II - Drums Patrice Blanchard - Electric Bass User-contributed text is available under the Creative Commons By-SA License; additional terms may apply.
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# Gabriel Santiago Quintet This ensemble merits attention for its thoughtful cross-cultural dialogue between American jazz traditions and Brazilian musical idioms. Rather than treating these influences as separate categories, the quintet integrates them into a coherent sound that respects both lineages. The group's commitment to education—evident in their master classes and collaborative performances with student ensembles—suggests musicians genuinely interested in deepening the field rather than simply showcasing virtuosity. Their sustained touring since 2008 across multiple continents indicates staying power and international resonance, while their local radio appearances and festival participation reveal artists embedded in their communities. The work invites listeners curious about jazz's continuing evolution and its capacity to bridge distinct musical cultures