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Ensemble

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Belgium

 

AKA Moon is a Belgian jazz trio that has been active since 1992. The ensemble consists of Fabrizio Cassol on saxophone, Michel Hatzigeorgiou on bass, and Stéphane Galland on drums. The group's name is derived from the initials of the three members' first names. The trio first came together in Brussels in the early 1990s, and quickly gained a reputation for their innovative approach to jazz music. They drew inspiration from a wide range of musical styles, including African rhythms, classical music, and electronic music. Their music was characterized by complex rhythms, intricate melodies, and a strong sense of improvisation. AKA Moon's first album, "Gig," was released in 1992. The album was well-received by critics and helped to establish the group as one of the most exciting new jazz ensembles in Europe. Over the next few years, the trio continued to tour and record, releasing a series of critically acclaimed albums, including "Live at the Kaai" (1994), "Akasha Chronicles" (1996), and "In Real Time" (1998). In 2000, AKA Moon released their most ambitious album to date, "Gnosis." The album was a collaboration with the classical ensemble Ictus, and featured a mix of jazz and classical music. The album was a critical and commercial success, and helped to establish AKA Moon as one of the most innovative and exciting jazz ensembles in the world. Over the next few years, AKA Moon continued to tour and record, releasing a series of albums that further explored their unique blend of jazz, classical, and world music. In 2003, they released "Amazir," which was inspired by the music of North Africa. The album featured guest appearances by several North African musicians, and was praised for its innovative fusion of jazz and world music. In 2006, AKA Moon released "Invisible Moon," which was a collaboration with the Belgian poet and writer Stefan Hertmans. The album featured a mix of jazz and spoken word, and was praised for its innovative approach to storytelling. In addition to their work as a trio, the members of AKA Moon have also collaborated with a wide range of other musicians and artists. Fabrizio Cassol has worked with the likes of Steve Coleman, Fred Frith, and David Gilmore, while Michel Hatzigeorgiou has worked with the likes of Toots Thielemans, Philip Catherine, and Marc Moulin. Stéphane Galland has worked with the likes of Joe Zawinul, Trilok Gurtu, and Ibrahim Maalouf. AKA Moon has received numerous awards and accolades over the years. In 1994, they won the prestigious Belgian Golden Django award for Best Jazz Group. In 2001, they were awarded the Belgian Music Industry Award for Best Jazz Album for "Gnosis." In 2003, they were awarded the Belgian Music Industry Award for Best World Music Album for "Amazir." In 2012, they were awarded the Belgian Music Industry Award for Best Jazz Album for "Eleven." Today, AKA Moon continues to tour and record, and remains one of the most innovative and exciting jazz ensembles in the world. Their music continues to push the boundaries of jazz, and their unique blend of jazz, classical, and world music continues to inspire and captivate audiences around the world.

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