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Hybrid Sessions is a monthly series at Kampus Hybernská. We feature an opening improvised duo set with two musicians coming from different backgrounds to form a new constellation. Afterwards, we host a jam session open to all musicians, regardless of background. We want to create an open environment where musicians feel free to be creative in the moment, nothing is predetermined and the only expectation is a high level of presence. A basic backline will be provided.
This time Jesse Simpson (drums) and Žaneta Vítová (accordion) will perform.
Žaneta Vítová
Žaneta is a Czech accordionist, improviser, composer and accordion teacher. She graduated from the Prague Conservatory in accordion playing and also studied at VŠMU, Jaroslav Ježek Conservatory and performance studio at FAVU. She is a member of several musical groups, is a participant in several musical projects of different musical styles, and also performs solo.
Jesse Simpson
Jesse is a drummer and pianist from Graton, CA. After growing up performing around the San Francisco Bay Area, studying with legendary drummer Donald “Duck” Bailey, he moved to New York in 2007 to attend the Manhattan School of Music, graduating in 2010. Since that time, Jesse has performed alongside Louie Bellson, backed comedians Fred Armisen and Janeane Garafalo and played with Marc Copland, Kevin Hays, Joe Lovano, John Abercrombie, Chris Cheek and many more. In 2022, Jesse moved to the Czech Republic where he continues performing around Europe.
