CYRO BAPTISTA: CHAMA

Saturday, September 7, 2024

CYRO BAPTISTA: Chama

James Lumber Center Presents

CYRO BAPTISTA:
Chama

Saturday, September 7
7 p.m.
Mainstage Theatre

Cyro Baptista's CHAMA is exclusively represented
by Bernstein Artists, Inc.
www.bernsarts.com

Chama photo by Eleonora Alberto
Cyro Baptista photo by Rene Huemer

Welcome To the JLC!

Welcome to the James Lumber Center for the Performing Arts' 2024/2025 season!

As the curtains rise on a new season of artistic exploration, creativity, and connection, we are thrilled to welcome you to the 2024/2025 calendar at the James Lumber Center for the Performing Arts.

This season promises to be one of our most dynamic and diverse yet, featuring an extraordinary lineup of productions that celebrate the vibrant energy which only live performance can bring. Whether you are a longtime supporter or a first-time visitor, we hope you will find something in this season to spark your curiosity and bring you joy.

At the JLC, we believe that the performing arts are a vital part of our cultural fabric, bringing people together and creating shared experiences that transcend time and place. We are deeply grateful for your patronage and enthusiasm.

Thank you for being a part of our artistic family. We look forward to sharing this remarkable journey with you.

With warm regards,

Alisa Baum, Executive Director
James Lumber Center for the Performing Arts
College of Lake County

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About CYRO BAPTISTA

CYRO BAPTISTA

Cyro Baptista, the Brazilian percussionist extraordinaire, boasts a diverse and accomplished career spanning decades of innovation and collaboration. Born in São Paulo, Brazil, Baptista's journey into the world of music began early, shaped by the rich tapestry of Brazilian rhythms and musical traditions.

In 1980 Baptista moved to New York City, finding himself immersed in a melting pot of musical influences and became an integral part of the vibrant music scene. His insatiable curiosity and willingness to push musical boundaries paved the way for numerous innovative projects and collaborations.

Baptista has collaborated with a diverse array of musicians and artists from various genres, including jazz, rock, avant-garde, world music, and contemporary classical. His versatility has allowed him to work with artists such as Trey Anastasio Paul Simon, Yo-Yo Ma, Herbie Hancock, John Zorn, Laurie Anderson, Wynton Marsalis and many others. He is also a long-term member of Anastasio's band, Phish.

Cyro has released several solo albums, showcasing his compositional skills and his ability to explore the sonic possibilities of percussion instruments.

His latest release CHAMA, on ROPEADOPE label, weaves together the ancient roots of Brazilian percussion with cutting-edge contemporary sounds. A kaleidoscope of textures, tones, and tempos, as the ensemble skillfully navigates the intersections of tradition and modernity, creating a sonic tapestry that captivates audiences worldwide.

With his first album, Villa-Lobos Vira Loucos, Cyro pays homage to the legendary Brazilian composer Heitor Villa-Lobos, reinventing his signature masterpieces and pushing the boundaries of tradition and avant-garde experimentation.

In the mid-1990s, Baptista formed the percussion ensemble "Beat the Donkey," which became known for its energetic and rhythmically complex performances. The group blends Brazilian rhythms with influences from around the world, creating a unique and dynamic musical experience.

Following “Beat The Donkey," Baptista created “Banquet of The Spirits”, a quartet that offers a sonic banquet that delights the senses and nourishes the soul.

In addition to his work as a performer and educator, Baptista has contributed to numerous film and television soundtracks, most recently having recorded on the soundtrack of MEGALOPOLIS, the upcoming Francis Ford Coppola movie.

Throughout his career, Baptista has been involved in a plethora of educational projects aimed at sharing his passion for percussion and introducing audiences to the diverse world of rhythm. Among these endeavors, Baptista's standout project, "The Sound of Community," encompasses a wide array of activities, including workshops, masterclasses, and educational shows in schools and community hubs, aiming to ignite enthusiasm and foster confidence in budding musicians of every age group.

Through his innovative projects and collaborations, Cyro Baptista continues to push the boundaries of percussion and expand the possibilities of musical expression. His unwavering dedication to education and artistic exploration serves as an inspiration to musicians and audiences worldwide, solidifying his legacy as a true pioneer in the world of rhythm and percussion.

Cyro Baptista's music is available on all platforms.

Learn more at https://www.cyrobaptista.com/

Follow Cyro Baptista on Socials!
Facebook: @cyrobaptista1
Instragram: cyrobaptista

Photo by Rene Huemer

Chama Musicians: Biographies

TIM KEIPER

Drums, Vocals

FELIPE HOSTINS

Composer, Accordionist, Multi-Instrumentalist

Jason Fraticelli

Bass, Quatro

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This family-friendly concert will include Benjamin Britten's "The Young Person's Guide to the Orchestra," an educational composition that aims to teach children about all of the different instruments in the orchestra. Lake County Symphony Orchestra is one of the most invigorating musical ensembles on Chicago's north shore and presently the only professional orchestra in Lake County.

La Muchacha & La Sonora Mazuren -- Sunday, SEPT. 22

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Celebrate Latinx Heritage Month with this fantastic concert featuring two prominent musical artists from South America. Preeminent protest music icon, singer/songwriter Isabel Ramírez and her group La Muchacha, rose to stardom for her songs calling for peace in her native Colombia. La Sonora Mazuren performs an eclectic varietyof alternative tropical music, creating a psychedelic musical feast.

This engagement of La Muchacha is made possible in part through the Performing Arts Global Exchange program of Mid Atlantic Arts with support from the National Endowment for the Arts.

CLC Theatre's Young Audience Show -- Junie B. Jones: Toothless Wonder

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Junie B. Jones is having a rough day -- no, scratch that, a rough week! First off, she is about to lose her first tooth, and what does the Tooth Fairy do with all those teeth anyway? Even worse, everyone in her class has been invited to her classmate Jim's birthday ... except for her. Will Junie land that surprisingly elusive invitation? And if her tooth comes out, what will she even look like? Visit Junie's charming and witty world as we learn together what it means to grow up and fit in. Recommended for grades K-5. Tickets are only $5!

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