UPDATE: If it isn't raining at 5:00 p.m., the show will take place as planned. But whether it rains or not, watch the livestream at 5:30 p.m. on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/ZION80band/videos/1431245707219795.
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Church Avenue Sessions
Sunday, May 30th, 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
The Church Avenue Sessions live music series will be outdoors this summer in the Flatbush Jewish Center's courtyard.
Zion80 will be the first performers of the season. From its website:
Zion80 is a 10-piece, horn-heavy band combining the heartfelt melodies of Jewish music with the polyrhythmic intensity of Afrobeat and the improvisational madness of the Downtown New York City scene. Led by guitarist Jon Madof (John Zorn, Rashanim, Matisyahu), Zion80 brings audiences to their feet and lifts their spirits.Zion80 is:
Jon Madof – guitar
Frank London – trumpet
Greg Wall – tenor sax
Jessica Lurie – bari saxZach Mayer – bari saxBrian Marsella – keyboardsYoshie Fruchter – guitarShanir Blumenkranz – bassMarlon Sobol – percussionYuval Lion – drums
The concert will take place on Sunday, May 30th, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Admission is $10, payable at the event.
Attendees have to wear a face mask. About twenty-five people will be admitted so that physical distancing will be possible.
ABOUT CHURCH AVENUE SESSIONS
A monthly music series has sprung up in Kensington, Brooklyn, called
Church Avenue Sessions. Founded by guitarist and composer Yoshie
Fruchter and hosted by the Flatbush Jewish Center, the series is focused
on showcasing the amazing artistry of Brooklyn-based musicians,
regardless of genre. All ages are welcome!
Flatbush Jewish Center (FJC) is a Conservative synagogue offering
programming and services for families, adults, and children. We serve
the Windsor Terrace and Kensington, Brooklyn communities and offer
traditional egalitarian services.
Location
Flatbush Jewish Center
327 East 5th Street, corner of Church Avenue
Kensington, Brooklyn
phone: (718) 871-5200
fax: (718) 871-5204
e-mail: office @ flatbushjewishcenter.org
http://www.flatbushjewishcenter.org
Kensington, Brooklyn
phone: (718) 871-5200
fax: (718) 871-5204
e-mail: office @ flatbushjewishcenter.org
http://www.flatbushjewishcenter.org
