Jazz Series by The Fridge

Melodic Crossroads: Progressive Jazz Meets Folk Featuring Samvel Gasparyan 

Alserkal Avenue and The Fridge collaborate to bring you the Jazz Series, with Samvel Gasparyan opening the first event. His music draws deeply from the roots of Middle Eastern and Armenian folk traditions, interweaving them with the dynamic, ever-evolving world of progressive jazz. It brings together the intricate rhythms, harmonies, and improvisational spirit of jazz with the rich scales and tonalities of the region, creating a vibrant fusion of cultural elements.

 Samvel Gasparyan's performance is marked by deep emotional resonance and musical complexity, appealing to listeners who appreciate the spontaneity of jazz and the soul of these timeless musical traditions. Gasparyan is an Armenian jazz pianist and composer known for his innovative approach to jazz, blending elements of traditional Armenian music with contemporary jazz harmonies and rhythms. His music often features intricate improvisation and a deep emotional resonance, reflecting both his classical training and his jazz influences. He is a Universal Music Artist (MENA) and a professional member of the Recording Academy / GRAMMYs and educator at Berklee College of Music in Abu Dhabi. 

His recent studio album “One for Chick” was released in 2023. It is dedicated to late legend Chick Corea. He has recorded two solo albums as leader and appeared in dozens of albums as sideman. Collaborated with world-renowned artists such as Richard Galliano, Arto Tunçboyacıyan, Deborah Davis, Eddie Cole, Frédéric Yonnet, Vishwa Mohan Bhatt, GRAMMY winning composer Steve Sidwell. He has performed on the same stage as Chick Corea, Danilo Pérez, Cory Henry and Funk Apostles, Jacob Collier and American jazz pianist Kiefer. He has opened for Maroon 5, Jamiroquai, Diana Krall just to name a few.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

The Yard Alserkal Avenue, 4 17th Street, Dubai, United Arab Emirates