Join The Michael Cretu Trio (Ed Barnwell – piano, Myke Wilson – drums, Michael Cretu – double-bass) at Theatre Deli Sheffield as they launch their new album “Johnny” and perform live alongside a screening of Michael’s documentary – a celebration of Roma Musicians and their contribution to European culture from 18th century to present times.

The short film is highlighting the Roma musicians influences on folk, classical and jazz music from the time of slavery (17th century) to present. Michael’s compositions are an exiting mixture of folk, contemporary and jazz music, described as “fabulous” by Suzy Klein after a live performance on BBC Radio 3 In Tune.

Watch a segment of the performance here. 

“In the atmospheric setting of the chapel of St John’s Church, Michael Cretu, an internationally acclaimed double bassist and composer, gives a passionate talk about the history of his family, followed by a recital”

“Cretu’s elegant and passionate mastery of the double bass, paired with the sentiment expressed during the talk, makes the moment a profound and rich testimony of history and culture” TVBOMB (rated four stars)

About this performance 

Age guidance: This performance is recommended for all ages.

Duration: This performance is 60 minutes long.

Interval: This performance does not have an interval.

Post show discussion: We will confirm nearer to the performance if there will be a post show discussion.

Tickets: Tickets cost £12.50 and are available to purchase through Eventbrite. 

Accessibility 

If you have any specific access requirements you would like us to be aware of, please email sheffield@theatredeli.co.uk.

Find out more about The Michael Cretu Trio

Regularly performing in Britain, Europe and further afield, he is constantly in demand as performer, composer and educator. Amongst his many performances as solo artist, concerto soloist and ensemble musician have been appearances at De Doelen in Rotterdam and the Queen Elizabeth Hall and the Royal Albert Hall in London. He has played at the Edinburgh Festival and at many other festivals and venues around Europe and further afield including Germany, the Netherlands and India. He has played his own compositions on many occasions for the Manchester Jazz Festival, his commissions including an original Suite for Double Quartet and a solo Jazz Piano Sonata. Amongst his compositions for the stage are, along with Tim A. Duncan, orchestral scores for productions by the Imperial Ice Stars, which continue to tour internationally.

Myke Wilson

Myke Wilson is one of the most celebrated UK drummers, he toured extensively US, Japan and Europe. Apart of Michael’s trio, Myke performs regularly with Swing out sisters and Grammy price awarded Leeds singer – Corine Bailey Rae.’

Michael Cretu

Michael Cretu is an internationally recognised musician and composer, whose family has a long musical tradition dating back to the 17th Century. Born in Bucharest, Romania Michael has been playing the double bass since he was 12. At the age of 19, he joined the Romanian National Radio Symphony Orchestra. Michael studied music at George Enescu Music School in Bucharest and he won a scholarship to complete his postgraduate studies at RNCM A live performance of Michael playing his solo work has been broadcast on BBC Radio. Within the UK, he has performed his pieces at a variety of venues, including Royal Academy of Music (London), Royal Northern College of Music (Manchester), Queen’s Hall (Edinburgh Festival), Bridgewater Hall (Manchester), Manchester Cathedral, Purcell Room (London) and St James Piccadilly (London). Michael regularly performs in Manchester and elsewhere in the UK with his successful Jazz trio. In 2017 Michael was invite to talk and perform live on one of the most prestigious radio music programmes – BBC Radio 3 In Tune. Michael is an artist in residence at Salford University Music Department.

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Instagram: @michaeldcretu

Theatre Deli Programme and Hires 

For more information about joining Theatre Deli’s programme, or hiring our space for your event, please email sheffield@theatredeli.co.uk