Futureman presents

THE BLACK MOZART ENSEMBLE

Roy “Futureman” Wooten is an artist known for bridging the gap between the past, the present and the future. Deriving from a rich musical background, Futureman is an inventor, scientist, musician, composer and four time Grammy award winning performer with Bela Fleck and the Flecktones. Futureman has now embarked upon a new creative journey with The Black Mozart Ensemble. Bridging the past with the present for a better future, Futureman is composing, producing, and directing a visionary new project entitled “The Black Mozart.” This project celebrates the life and music of the Black Mozart; Joseph Boulogne de Saint Georges. This 18th Century maestro and swordsman made contributions that revolutionized the world of musical creation. St. Georges used his abilities to find fame and fortune, yet as the son of a slave, remained an outsider. He fought against racism all his life, and can serve as a powerful hero for all of us as we struggle against the racism and divisiveness of today.

The Black Mozart Ensemble is composed of young virtuoso violinists and cellists under the direction of
Futureman. The music is complemented by the addition of hip hop artists, and actors/narrators. The music
of Black Mozart has a message for the ears, eyes and moves of today’s modern world. Futureman states that
this composition, The Black Mozart is a personal statement of New American Classical Roots and Dance
Music with social aspirations that embraces all races of humanity.

The music celebrates the life and times of a great man who rose to become one of music history’s greatest
heroes. Monsieur Saint Georges was a revolutionary musician who dedicated his life to the rise from the
ashes of a world steeped in the slave trade. This great musician had many talents and amazing abilities that
forever changed the world of sword fighting, violin playing, classical music forms, and the racial status
quos. Futureman presents The Black Mozart Ensemble is honored to reintroduce the music and spirit of Joseph Boulogne de Saint Georges.

With a very special guest from India - Priya Darshini

also featuring.....

Zach Casebolt - concert master, violin

Lyndsay Pruett - violin

Lindy Donia - violin

Tyler Andal - 5-string violin

Jesse Hale - cello

Andy Pond - banjo
 

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