ESP: a musical meeting of mind and spirit in motion

West Oakland, particularly the Prescott Oakland Point neighborhood has been known to be an incubator for the Arts, Jazz and Blues continues that legacy with Prescott Oakland Point resident percussionist Kele Nitoto.

Tonight, Friday September 18, at 8:00 p.m.

presented by the Jazzschool at 2087 Addison St. in Berkeley

“ESP: a musical meeting of mind and spirit in motion”

Featuring Bassist/ keyboardist Alan Kimara Dixon, drummer Kele Nitoto, and violinist India Cooke they create a sound collage, incorporating African rhythms and cosmic improvisations. Their music of ritual and celebration is steeped in traditions that reach back beyond jazz roots.

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