A new transnational ensemble led by acclaimed Korean gayageum virtuoso DoYeon Kim brings together an extraordinary grouping of improvisers for a world premiere performance at the David Rubenstein Atrium. She is joined by bassist John Hébert and drummer Satoshi Takeshi-two deeply responsive and attuned collaborators to DoYeon’s compositional language and improvisational style. Kim bridges Korean traditional music, contemporary jazz structural elements, and open-form improvisation. The ensemble will also feature special guest Matylda Gerber, a Polish saxophonist known for her searching tone and instinct for collective interplay.
At the core of this project is new music composed by Kim specifically for Jazztopad NYC. Within these pieces, sections of open improvisation will allow the ensemble to move fluidly between written material and spontaneous creation, highlighting the voice of each performer while emphasizing a shared ethos built on listening and risk-taking.
