Sena Performers International Jazz Laureate Festival 2024: Herak/Bulatkin Quartet

Dutch vibraphonist of Czechoslovakian descent, Miro Herak, joins forces with Czech pianist Daniel Bulatkin in their brand new, unique project: the Herak/Bulatkin Quartet. The band’s music reflects the shared Central European roots of both leaders, strongly influenced by Slavic and gypsy folklore, as well as impressionistic classical music and Balkan rhythms. Compositions by Herak and Bulatkin blend wild rhythms, lush soundscapes and strong, memorable melodies. Combined with the distinctive sound of the vibraphone, light electronics and the use of extended techniques on the double bass, the Herak/Bulatkin Quartet is one of the most interesting new acts on the European jazz scene. Line-up: Daniel Bulatkin – piano Miro Herak – vibraphone Johannes Fend – double bass Martin Hafizi – drums This concert is part of the Sena Performers International Jazz Laureate Festival (SPIJLF). During this concert series, ten international festivals get the chance to put a promising jazz talent from their own country in the spotlight, and thus give a kick-start to their international career. This year, talents from the Netherlands, Czech Republic, Poland, Hungary, Spain, Thailand, Italy, Australia and Bulgaria will present. This concert is endorsed by Jazzinec International Music Festival All participating festivals are partners of the World Jazz Network, an international collaboration of jazz festivals and venues to promote the exchange of jazz talent beyond their own national borders.