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December 30, 2008 - New York, NY – Legendary Jazz composer Fahir Atakoglu will be performing live on January 23rd 8pm at Wellington’s as part of The Charleston Jazz Series in support of his latest CD, “Istanbul in Blue”, which has reached #1 on the JazzWeek World Music Charts, at Wellingtons in Poca/Charleston, West Virginia.
“There's a lot to enjoy on ‘Istanbul in Blue’ from a contemporary and historical standpoint, and as listeners should definitely own a copy of "If," this one shows a willingness to expand, employ different styles, and bodes well for Atakoglu's next adventurous excursion. --- All Music Guide
Fahir will be backed by some of the world’s finest musicians, Cliff Almond on Drums and Matthew Garrison on Bass, Fahir has released 14 albums since his solo debut in 1994, and maintains an intense touring schedule, including his recent sold out shows at the world renowned Kodak Theatre in Los Angeles, and Carnegie Hall in New York City, proving his worldwide appeal. “Pianist Fahir Atakoglu brings an assertive and exotic approach to the piano” --- All About Jazz
Show Time: 8:00pm
Cover: Non-Members $25.00
Location: Wellington’s
1 Dairy Road
Poca/Charleston, WV 25159
304-755-8219
Wellington’s Website: www.charlestonjazz.org/
For more information about Fahir Atakoglu please visit him at: www.fahiratakoglu.com
Contact: Janet Castiel
Redwood Entertainment Inc.
Phone: (212)543-9998
info ( @ ) redwoodentertainment dot com
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