RHYTHM FUTURE QUARTET AT THE DANCE HALL IN KITTERY

Courtesy photo Rhythm Future Quartet

Young jazz virtuosos perform dynamic and fiery arrangements of Gypsy Jazz

Kittery, Maine - On Friday, April 10, 2015 at 7:30pm, four young jazz virtuosos, the Rhythm Future Quartet, will take the stage at The Dance Hall in Kittery. Named after a Django Reinhardt tune, the Rhythm Future Quartet performs dynamic and fiery arrangements of Gypsy jazz standards and original compositions.

Jason Anick and Olli Soikkeli, the front-men and lead soloists of the group, have been receiving critical acclaim this past year and are considered 'rising stars' in the world of Jazz and Gypsy Jazz. The prestigious Wall Street Journal proclaimed, "Olli Soikkeli, is a riveting Finnish guitarist who combines astonishing dexterity and speed with pure soul in a way that places him among the worthiest current day successors to the legacy of the great Django." Jason Anick, who is also an award winning composer and Berklee College of Music Instructor, received critical praise from the world-renowned Boston Globe which stated, "Jason's compositional voice is as distinctive as his virtuoso playing."

Over the years they have individually been performing alongside notable musicians like John
Jorgenson, Frank Vignola, Tommy Emmanuel, Bucky Pizzarelli, Andreas Öberg and Howard Alden and have finally joined forces to form this special group.

For their debut self-titled album, the Rhythm Future Quartet decided to re-visit and record classic jazz and Gypsy jazz favorites. Through their intricate and creative arrangements, they have brought new life to songs like "Night and Day" and "Summertime." Coupled with musical sensitivity and virtuosity, the Rhythm Future Quartet's debut album acts as an enticing example of the future of Gypsy jazz music.

According to The Dance Hall Director Drika Overton, she and Jason Anick are in the early stages of planning a Gypsy Jazz Festival in the Kittery Foreside in October. Details will be coming soon.

"Rhythm Future Quartet breaks new ground for Gypsy jazz"

-The Boston Globe

"Olli Soikkeli is a riveting Finnish guitarist who combines astonishing dexterity and speed with pure soul in a way that places him among the worthiest current day successors to the legacy of the great Django"

-The Wall Street Journal

"These young men are incredible!!! Don't miss them, such dedication and love of music to witness!"

-Tommy Emmauel

"Collective jaws dropped at the sheer virtuosity of the Rhythm Future Quartet!  Their stellar musicianship, good humor, and reverence for this important musical tradition made for an unforgettable evening"

-Dana Packard, Saco River Theatre

"Jason Anick is a rising star in the world of jazz violin"

-Downbeat Magazine

"Jason Anick is easily one of the best jazz violinists of his generation"

-Christian Howes

Tickets are $12 in advance or $15 at the door and can be purchased at www.thedancehallkittery.org or www.brownpapertickets.com.