Win Tickets to Wychwoood Festival

Omar Sosa is one of the most charismatic and exhilarating performers of his generation. Born in Camagüey, Cuba, Sosa has travelled extensively through the Americas and Europe, seeking new sources of inspiration for his avid musical portfolio.

Growing up surrounded by some of Cuba's most creative musicians such as Chucho Valdes and Irakere, Sosa was also deeply influenced by the sounds of the great American jazz tradition through the music of Coltrane, Hancock and Corea. On graduating from the Conservatory in Havana, Sosa discovered the music of Thelonious Monk, an artist who has had a profound influence on his compositions and playing.

Sosa has taken these powerful musicians and formed his own distinctive musical style. Two Grammy nominations and a BBC World Music Award nomination have paid tribute to his ability to embrace music from so many countries yet effortlessly fuse these influences to create an exciting new sound.

This trio with two distinguished band leaders in their own rights, is guaranteed to create fireworks. Dhafer Youssef brings the spirituality of Sufi into a contemporary surrounding and following a hugely successful UK tour in November 2004, has become one of the most high profile jazz artists of his generation. Miguel 'Angá' Diaz is one of Cuba's hottest percussionists, working with the likes of Ruben Gonzales, Irakere, Orishas, John Patitucci, and David Sanchez. He is now set to release his own album on World Circuit.

TOUR SCHEDULE
29 May -- Bath Jazz Weekend Tickets: 01225 463362 / www.bathmusicfest.org.uk
30 May -- London, QEH Tickets: 0870 401 8181 / www.rfh.org.uk
31 May -- Salisbury Festival Tickets: 01722 320 333 / www.salisburyfestival.co.uk
2 June -- Exeter Phoenix Tickets: 01392 667080 www.exeterphoenix.org.uk
3 June -- Bracknell, South Hill Park Tickets: 01344 484123 www.southhillpark.org.uk
4 June -- Cheltenham, Wychwood Festival Tickets: 01242 227979/www.wychwoodfestival.com
5 June -- Birmingham, Glee Club Tickets: 0870 241 5093 / www.birminghamjazz.co.uk

Links:
Anga Diaz interview
www.omarsosa.com