Led by percussionist Vernon Chatlein, a group of excellent jazz musicians will explore the indigenous music styles of Curaçao. Chatlein’s exploration of an old sound archive called Zikinza led him through the history of Afro-Curaçaoan music, and taught him about its contributors and pioneers. His new compositions for Chatlein i su Zumbi are fueled by the mysterious style called Muzik di Zumbi.

Vernon Chatlein  was born on Curaçao and lived in Cuba for two years to study music. He moved to the Netherlands to continue his studies with the godfather of Curaçaoan jazz, pianist and composer Randal Corsen. In Chatlein i su Zumbi he connects jazz and latin with the rhythms of the Antilles. The group features pianist Tony Roe, who previously played on our stage with Tin Men & The Telephone.

Mara Letí vocals, Angelo Ursini flute/sax/clarinet, Tony Roe piano/keys, Vernon Chatlein percussion, Lidrick Solognier percussion

Special guests: Amber Nijman vocals, Gershwin Bonevacia spoken word