The Yaz Fentazi Trio

The Mosaic Rooms and Arts Canteen are pleased to present a special intimate concert by The Yaz Fentazi Trio (Algeria).

The Yaz Fentazi Trio perform music that draws on the rich musical traditional of jazz, blues and North African music, built around their original compositions, the trio’s irresistible grooves and vibrant rhythm create a sizzling party atmosphere. The music is a rootsy blend of Gnawa, Chaabi and Andalusian Music.

The Guardian has described Yaz Fentazi’s compositions as having “breadth and atmosphere, and his oud soloing, which recalls the drive and dynamism of world Oud star Anouar Brahem, is often stunning.”

Line up :

Yaz Fentazi (oud)

Samir Nacer (percussion)

Robyn Hemmings (upright bass)

Yaz Fentazi was invited to perform, record and tour with the Master Drummers of Africa, Robert Plant (of Led Zeppelin), Natacha Atlas, Transglobal Underground,Peter Ind, and was the main composer of Fantazia Band and more.

Arts Canteen curate events, exhibitions and festivals that support emerging artists from the Arab World and the diasporas in bringing their work to new audiences in the UK and beyond. Working with UK-based educational, non-profit, arts and outreach organisations its aim is to facilitate the exchange of art and ideas across social and geographical boundaries.