[NYC-L] Eda Zari

[Arenc Leka]

THE  JAZZ  PRIMA  DONNA  FROM  ALBANIA ...

Extract from the newspaper Wuppertaler Zeitung-Germany
(Frank Becker, 06 March 2000):

 Eda Zari, an orchid among the blossoms of female jazz singing, took the
lead with her strong and smooth voice. Western perfection succinctly
combined with the melodies and fragrance of the Orient. The title 'Oriental
Rose,' composed especially for her (Pretschner), contained it all. Visions
of a 'Thousand and One Nights' were called to life in a dialogue with
Gabriel Pèrerez (alto saxophone) and his clarinet. Another impressive duo
was 'Without you' with Pretschner at the piano. Eda Zari, a soprano of
classical training, possesses not only the timbre of jazz but also the
charisma which makes it an true experience. Fullness, strength and
sensitivity are the prime elements of her performance. It is not without
reason that LAIKA Records has taken her on as an performer. She will be in
New York and Boston for recording sessions in early April, but will
nonetheless continue to work as a guest for the Wuppertal studios
'Greenhouse Music.' One of her song is called 'Hope to see you again' and we
certainly agree with that.
Extract from Rheinische Post-Germany (Claudia Danners, 04 Sept 2000)
The Albanian singer Eda Zari joined the band just before the break to add
her expressive voice to the music. She began in soft tones and went from
there, in a noble contest with the saxophone and guitar. She reached the
high notes with melodious perfection and introduced the deep ones in a
discreet and smoky voice. The 29 year old graduate of singing repeatedly
introduced Oriental elements of style in a rich and yet playful manner.
Extract from the newspaper-english (HDH, 05 September 2000)
AROUND THE WORLD ON THE WINGS OF MUSIC ..
The music of Albanian singer Eda Zari was enough to thrill visitors, too.
With her rich and differentiating voice, she added balance and perfection to
the seven jass musicians of the band. Whether it was the gentle, almost
smoky 'Hope to see you again' or the lively and dynamic 'Dancing in my bed,'
the large audience was delighted with the quality of the singer's
performance. The zenith of it all was adreamy composition called 'Sing the
song' in which the rich tones of her voice intertwined with the lonely echo
of the piano and the sounds of the other instruments.
Extract from Bonner Anzeige-Zeitung -Germany(Paul Robert, 06 Nov 2000)
FEUILLETON BETWEEN JAZZ AND POP AT BONN'S BEETHOVEN HOUSE ...
Eda Zari  and the band then performed jazz, soul and ethnic pop. Their
repertory consisted exclusively of compositions of their own, many in
ambitious arrangements. The group gave convincing evidence of a professional
performance and a high standard of music.

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