Roots in Motion: A JazzTales Project with Perpie & her One Village Orchestra
Join Perpie & her One Village Orchestra for a sonic and storytelling experience as she explores origin themes that both uniquely sets us apart and intentionally connect us as we move through life. With her saxophones and vocals and joined by gifted friends in the community, Perpie brings to life ‘Roots in Motion.’ A Placemaking project that is designed restore the beauty of connection to Divinity, Humanity and to the world around us. It promises to be an unforgettable uplifting, inspiring and healing experience.
Photography by: Through Onyie's Lens
Poster By: Poetic Designers
Original Music by
Perpetual Awele Atife (Perpie) - [Composer & Arranger]
Chris Wood [Co-arranger]
Gabriel Adedeji [Orchestrator]
Odum Abekah [Concert Producer]
Featuring Artists
Gentil Misigaro
Wakefield Brewster
Feyi Dee
A-Lot-Of-Poetry
Saxophonist and vocalist - Perpetual Awele Atife, is a multi-award-winning artist, composer, arranger and producer who blends the Jazz idiom with Western Classical and African indigenous music. Known for her spirited sold-out performances, Perpie is one of the leading live music Artists that connects beautifully with the richly diverse Calgary audience of both Canadians, Africans in the Diaspora and the broader community.
Join us for an unforgettable evening of music and storytelling with Perpie and her fresh One Village Orchestra. Get ready to be swept away by the soulful tunes and captivating melodies at this beautiful cathedral - Grace Presbyterian Church. This in-person event promises to be a night to remember, filled with rhythm, harmony, and the magic of live music and conversations. Don't miss out on this unique musical experience!
Come with Family! All are welcome. Children under 8 must sit with their parents/guardians at all time.
Featuring Musicians
Andre Wickenheiser [Trumpet]
Bob Fenske [Percussions]
Boluwatife Akintunde [Cello]
Chris Wood [Keys]
James Watson [Violin]
Jude Quayson [Guitar]
Moses Boyinbode [Bass]
Nat Lazarotto [Trombone]
Sammie McBride [Viola]
Seun Soneye [Violin]
Sheldon Zandboer [Piano]
Tosin Oni [Sax]