M.OO.K ENSEMBLE ( A.K.A.  MUSIC OF OUR KIND )

Formed in 2012 by guitarist Giovanni Cacioppo, the multi-cultural M.oo.K Ensemble  ( a.k.a.  Music Of Our Kind ) has charmed audiences with its colourful mix of jazz, Ethiopian and contemporary classical music, at established venues and events including the House of Commons, Southbank Centre, Union Chapel and London African Music Festival. After a small private release in February 2015, their début album ‘Music Of Our Kind’ was released on independent record label Turquoise Coconut in October 2016. Embodying the spirit of London’s musical life, the M.oo.K Ensemble was created to explore the cultural mixing pot of the city through composition and improvisation. Drawing on his diverse day-to-day experiences and meetings, guitarist and composer Giovanni Cacioppo began investigating the various musical styles and cultures around him, with the aim of producing honest compositions representative of the rich tapestry of the city. The five UK-based performers who make up M.oo.K together create read more...