JAZZGate: The Music of Aengus Hackett
At a glance
About this event
Curated by Aengus Hackett Music, the #JAZZGate Series pays tribute to the greatest jazz artists and composers of all time,
as well as featuring local and visiting musicians - celebrating the absolute cream of the Irish Jazz scene.
We are delighted that JAZZGate will run weekly up until the end of the year.
Departing slightly from the usual format, this concert will be an extra special one, and will feature new music by Aengus Hackett..
Aengus Hackett has assembled a new trio with two of Ireland's finest jazz musicians. Masterful improvisers, Derek Whyte and Matthew Jacobson are an integral part of the faculty for DCU's BA in Jazz and Contemporary Music Performance, and both are members of ReDiviDeR (winners of the Cork Jazz Festival ‘Best Young Artist Award’).
Between the three of these musicians, they have worked with a plethora of international artists such as:
Kit Downes (UK), Ralph Alessi (US), Theo Bleckmann and Nils Wogram (DE), Sanem Kalfa, Tommy Halferty, Conor Guilfoyle Ensemble Ériu and UMBRA.
Aengus Hackett has written music for a range of groups such as Amsterdam-based DINOSAUR and post-rock group Zinc. About to release a debut EP of electronic music, Aengus' skills as a composer are diverse. For this group, he has written an entirely new programme of compositions.
Aengus Hackett - Guitar
Derek Whyte - Bass
Matthew Jacobson - Drums
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Press on Aengus Hackett:
” Guitarist/composer/teacher Aengus Hackett is fast becoming
a pivotal figure of the Irish jazz scene. “ - Jazziz Magazine, USA
Press on Matthew Jacobson:
"one of the most dynamic forces in Irish jazz, on and off the stage" - The Irish Times
"a European jazz artist of growing charisma" - The Guardian
Doors for the JAZZGate series are at 9pm unless otherwise advertised, and music starts soon after.
Location
14 Francis Street
Venue details
The Black Gate is a place of the arts. It has been born with creativity at its heart, and, with it, we will further assert the creative soul of this city. With music, literature, art, film, dance, and learning, we will create a home for the artist and a haven for art lovers. This will be a place to enjoy. Both for the events that happen here or for the atmosphere. Whether listening to a concert, watching a film, listening to a speaker, enjoying reading a book in the library with a coffee or a glass of wine, or having a good night with old friends, we will welcome you, we will look after you, and we will entertain you.
