Szilard Mezei Intern

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Szilard Mezei is an ethnic Hungarian living in Serbia-Montenegro. The emergence of a major talent from that region can only be compared with the emergence of the Ganelin Trio from the depth of the Soviet regime some 30 years ago. Listeners who are open to both jazz and new music will be struck by the depth of this violinist's connection to the music of Ellington, Mingus, Sun Ra and Anthony Braxton. Mezei is strongly connected to the tradition of Hungarian folk music which has a history of collective improvisation. However, Mezei is not merely visiting the tradition. He is stretching it and making it his own. Mezei's eight piece international ensemble was recorded live at the 10th festival of jazz and improvised music in Serbia and Montenegro.