In 1998, Marie-Noël Rio produces Sainte Jeanne des Abattoirs (inspired by Kurt Weill opera) at l’Atelier du Rhin in Colmar with 16 actors-singers, an original music written by Tom Cora and improvised music from himself, Zeena Parkins, Luc Ex and Michael Vatcher. At the same time, the four musicians have the idea to create Madame [...]

Haste is a improvising trio that has been in existence for a few years. This Barcelona concert shows how well they create together. Pianist Veryan Weston has been a leading member of the London improvisation scene for decades with numerous releases on Emanem and elsewhere. Cellist Hannah Marshall is a newer arrival who is already [...]