Curt's Jazz Cafe

“Haitian Music is, Song, Classical, Root, Dance, Contemporary, Traditional, Jazz and all musical genres originated from the Haitian soul. This variety constitute the Opera of our History.” – Mushy Widmaier

Mushy Widmaier has a fairly unique name and, for a jazz musician, a fairly unique background; as Mr. Widmaier, a keyboardist,  is of Haitian descent.  A mélange of influences can be heard in his playing, from the rhythms of his island roots, to the European masters he was taught about as a boy, to the modern jazz masters of this era, such as Herbie Hancock and McCoy Tyner.  These influences come together to create a sound that can be at once soothing yet energetic.

Mr. Widmaier has been a working musician since the late ’70’s, when he formed a jazz rock group with his brother, Joel.  He has been a mainstay of the Caribbean jazz scene, for the better part of three decades and since settling in South Florida, he has begun to make inroads in the States as well.

His latest album, My World is a beautiful blend of all of his influences, at times, it’s reminiscent of Pat Metheny’s work during the late ’80’s and early ’90’s.

You’ll get to experience the sound of Mushy Widmaier, which is perfect for a summer afternoon; as he opens Day 2 of the 2012 Atlanta Jazz Festival, on the Mainstage, Sunday, May 27, at 3 p.m., at Piedmont Park. Admission is, of course, free.

For further information about Mushy Widmaier and his music, visit his website http://www.mushywidmaier.com/

To find out more about what’s happening at the 2012 Atlanta Jazz Festival, go to http://atlantafestivals.com/

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