Biography
Patrick V. Mabiala is a jazz pianist with Congolese and German roots, considered the founder of "Congo Bop. " He masterfully blends African traditions with modern jazz elements and is also actively involved in charitable projects in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Mabiala is known for his innovative approach to merging jazz and African music and has performed internationally on numerous occasions.
Del Congo A Cuba
Del Congo a Cuba, Denis Cuni Rodriguez and Patrick V. Mabiala present a fascinating musical project that fuses the cultural traditions of Congolese and Cuban music into a unique soundscape. The duo demonstrates through their music that despite the geographical and cultural differences between Cuba and the Congo, there exists a deep, universal connection through rhythm, melody, and emotion.
is not just a musical duo – it's a cultural statement that immerses audiences in a world where music knows no boundaries. The compositions by Rodriguez and Mabiala combine the traditional rhythms and melodies of Africa with the fiery sounds of Cuba, creating a captivating and multi-layered musical landscape that engages listeners both emotionally and intellectually.
“Our music is a living testimony to the power of cultural fusion, ” say Rodriguez and Mabiala. “We show how similar these two cultures are at their core, despite their differences. Our goal is to take listeners on a journey where they not only hear the music but also deeply experience the richness and beauty of two cultures. ”
Denis Cuni Rodríguez
Denis Cuni Rodríguez, born in Cuba, studied classical trombone and earned his diploma there. From 2002 to 2007, he was a trombonist with the National Symphony Orchestra of Cuba while also performing with various renowned salsa bands. His musical journey brought him to Germany in 2010, where he was engaged at the Schauspielhaus Bochum. As a musician, he has toured extensively and performed at major jazz festivals worldwide, including with the Richard Bona & Alfredo Rodríguez Band, The Temptations & Four Tops, and Paquito de Rivera & The Clazz Vol.1 Big Band. Since 2015, he has lived and worked in Nuremberg, enriching the local music scene with his diverse performances.
Patrick V. Mabiala
Patrick V. Mabiala is a jazz pianist with Congolese and German roots, considered the founder of "Congo Bop. " He masterfully blends African traditions with modern jazz elements and is also actively involved in charitable projects in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Mabiala is known for his innovative approach to merging jazz and African music and has performed internationally on numerous occasions.
With Del Congo a Cuba, Rodriguez & Mabiala offer an unforgettable experience for all music lovers interested in the fascinating fusion of African and Cuban sounds. Experience how two cultures are connected through the power of music and let yourself be enchanted by the unique rhythms and melodies of these extraordinary musicians.
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