Global Music Nights: Escarteen Sisters & Grupo Puerto

1st concert: Escarteen Sisters

Escarteen Sisters present their new album: Caure Sostingut (Persistent Fall)

Laia and Flavia Escartin describe themselves as a string quartet in duo form: two singing voices, cello and viola. With this minimalist acoustic setup they achieve a rich musical sound. Influences from folk, jazz and pop merge seamlessly in the hands of these two Catalan/Flemish sisters, who dream and converse in five different languages.

Their music evokes pleasant comparisons with the Tin Hat Trio and The Unthanks, who blend the expressiveness of various folk traditions with the agility and improvisation of jazz.

They are joined by percussionist Branko Valchev, who adds rhythmic depth to their sound.

Laia Escartin- Viola, Mandolin and vocals

Flavia Escartin - Cello and vocals

Branko Valchev - Percussion

2nd concert: Grupo Puerto

Grupo Puerto is a brand new project that bridges the gap between different generations within the Dutch jazz scene, uniting both established artists and emerging talents. This fusion brings a fresh perspective and a musical style that mixes contemporary melodic jazz with elements of Latin American folklore The musicians deliver energetic and daring performances, combining rhythmic intensity with rich textures, and space plays a central role in shaping their artistic expression.

Pianist and musical director Francisco Rodriguez founded Grupo Puerto after a collaboration with bassist Jeroen Vierdag. Unfortunately Jeroen is not available on November 16th and will be replaced by Patricia Mancheño.

Francisco Rodriguez - Piano

Antonio Moreño - Trumpet

Patricia Mancheno - Bass

Danny Rombout - Congas

Daan Arets - Drums

Global Music Nights presents a series of double concerts, in which the top of Dutch world music is central. Each night brings a surprising combination of an emerging talent and an established artist. Enjoy a diverse program and unique sounds!

A day ticket gives access to both concerts of that day. There are also ticket options at a reduced rate that give access to multiple days:

• 2-day ticket for Thursday November 14 & Friday November 15

• 2-day ticket for Thursday November 14 & Saturday November 16

• 2-day ticket for Thursday November 14 & Sunday November 17

• 2-day ticket for Friday November 15 & Saturday November 16

• 2-Day ticket for Friday November 15 & Sunday November 17

• 2-Day ticket for Saturday November 16 & Sunday November 17

• Passe-partout for all days of Global Music Nights 2024

You can purchase these tickets here.