IZE TRIO with special guests Eleonora Roussou & Dimitris Terpizis
Technopolis 20 Garden
29 July - 8pm
Entrance: €16/ €10 (-18)
Tickets available online at www.technopolis20.com
Information: 70002420
Experience the Ize Trio, a captivating multicultural music ensemble that masterfully blends the rich traditions of Middle Eastern music with the improvisational spirit of American jazz, at Technopolis 20 garden, on Tuesday, 29th of July, at 8pm. Through powerful original compositions, the trio — featuring Californian Chase Morrin (piano), Cypriot George Lernis (percussion), and Palestinian Naseem Alatrash (cello) — crafts expansive musical narratives exploring themes of identity, migration, and cultural connection.
Their critically acclaimed debut project, The Global Suites, featuring legendary bassist John Patitucci, bridges diverse musical traditions. This groundbreaking work not only showcases their unique sound but also raises awareness for immigrant rights. Drawing from their diverse backgrounds, the three musicians create a dynamic sonic dialogue between the U.S. and the Middle East, demonstrating music’s profound ability to foster understanding, inclusion, and meaningful cultural exchange. The trio also inspires musicians to weave their own cultural roots into the vibrant tapestry of the jazz tradition.
For their special performance at Technopolis 20 in Paphos, Cyprus, the Ize Trio will collaborate with renowned singer/flutist Eleonora Roussou and dynamic drummer Dimitris Terpizis, promising an unforgettable evening of global sounds.
A few words about the musicians
Chase Morrin: Chase Morrin is a prolific pianist and composer, having released four original albums, all acclaimed multi-cultural collaborations, and written for ensembles like the Louisville Orchestra and MAP ensemble at Yellow Barn. He is currently a professor at the Berklee Global Jazz Institute and New England Conservatory Preparatory School and has garnered eleven Downbeat awards and four ASCAP Jazz composer awards. In addition to finding innovative approaches to musical collaboration, Chase is dedicated to advocating for social change through music and creating more equitable spaces in music communities. Learn more at www.chasemorrin.com.
Naseem Alatrash: Naseem Alatrash is a Palestinian cellist and composer whose tone was described as 'particularly lustrous' by the Chicago Tribune. Naseem's performances include a mix of improvisation and traditional melodies, with traditional Arabic, jazz and contemporary classical music influence. Naseem is currently an assistant professor at Berklee College music, Tufts University and Longy school of music. Chase and Naseem met at the Berklee Global Jazz Institute and have spent considerable time finding connections between the blues, makams, and the spirituality of tetrachords. Naseem has been awarded the composition 2021 fellowship from Mass Cultural Council, String Player of the Year twice from The National Music Competition of Palestine and performs with the Global Messengers with pianist Danilo Pérez, Turtle Island Quartet and with Amir ElSaffar's Rivers of Sound ensemble.
George Lernis: Born and raised in Nicosia Cyprus, George Lernis is a drummer, hand percussionist, composer and educator who currently resides in the U.S. He has recorded and collaborated with prominent figures such as: John Patitucci, Antonio Sanchez, Dave Liebman, Anat Cohen, Blue Heron and A Far Cry String Orchestra. In addition, George performs regularly in venues such as Carnegie Hall and Lincoln Center, and gives workshops and lectures at higher education institutions such as the Berklee College of Music and Emerson College. George is the president and managing director of the Anatoliama INC non-profit whose mission is to preserve the musical traditions of Greece around the U.S. and the world in the form of concerts and educational workshops. George’s new album ''Between Two Worlds'' featuring world renowned bass player John Patitucci was released on June 10th, 2022. He has been nominated for two Grammy awards.
Eleonora Roussou begins her musical quest at the age of five. She studies piano with Prof. Loullou Symeonides (1984-1996), founder of the National Conservatoire of Cyprus, and flute with Renos Ierides (1991-1996). She graduates from the NCC cum laude in both classical piano and classical flute Performance Diplomas. She studies classical piano (BMus Hons, 1996-1999) with Yolande Wrigley at the University of Sheffield, where she is awarded the Sir Thomas Beecham Scholarship (1997), and Psychology of Music (MA Psychology of Music, 2000-2002) with Eric Clarke and Jane Davidson at the same institution. Furthermore, she studies Jazz Flute Performance with Simon Rigter and Bart Platteau at Codarts Conservatorium Rotterdam (BA Jazz Performance 2008-2012), where she is awarded the Huygens Scholarship program (2011-2012).
Ms Roussou participates in a vast array of concerts of jazz, classical, folk and fusion music concerts all over the world - North Sea Jazz festival (NED), Europalia Music festival (BEL), Rotterdam Architecture festival (NED), Epidavros Theater festival (GRE), Kypria Festival (CY), Axiothea Festival (CY), Zyprische Miniaturen (GER), Pafos 2017 (CY) - as well as in many album, soundtrack and advertisement recordings. She collaborates with many theatre groups in Cyprus as a music coach, arranger, and onstage performer (THOC, Theatro Lexis, Paravan Productions, Persona Theatre group et al.).
Eleonora is currently based in Cyprus as a freelance performer, composer and teacher. She has just released her first album, “Hará”
Dimitris Terpizis is an emerging artist who aims to emote through music and transport the listener into powerful sonic Odysseys. His musical path began early, with private lessons in drums, piano, and guitar. In 2017, he was highly active during the European Capital of Culture events, performing in Cyprus and Denmark with the Aarhus Jazz Orchestra and other renowned artists.
A graduate of the Conservatory of Maastricht with honors, Dimitris has performed with several notable projects and artists including the Swing Design Big Band, Fringe Orchestra alongside Camille Bertault and Lander Gyselinck, Ruud Breuls. After releasing his debut album, Amorphous Odyssey, featuring collaborations with Panagiotis Andreou and David Binney, he embarked on a European tour to perform his original music.
Currently, he is pursuing his Master's degree at the Berklee Global Jazz Institute while preparing to release his upcoming EP, continuing his journey of impactful and evocative music-making.
