The Big Mix - Noga Ritter, Kadialy Kouyate and Josh Middleton
Jun
27
7:00 PM19:00

The Big Mix - Noga Ritter, Kadialy Kouyate and Josh Middleton

Join us for a celebration of the music of 21st century London!

Celebrated and award winning Senegalese kora player Kadialy Kouyate and the UK’s most prominent Klezmer Accordionist Josh Middleton (Don Kipper) perform a unique and new collaboration.

This intercultural journey will bring together the Griot traditions of West Africa and the living heritage of Ashkenazi Klezmer to create a new co-territoriality, for a 21st Century London, where Kora meets Klezmer.

Israeli singer songwriter, celebrated vocalist and dancer Noga Ritter will bring her quartet of musicians from around the world. They will deliver her unique fusion of Hebrew Jazz and global grooves.

She released her album ‘IMA’ last may to great reviews. Her album fuses soaring trumpet solos over Gnawa grooves, Jewish melodies backed with Senegalese sabar drums and blissful kora improvising alongside subtle Israeli jazz piano.

At the end of the night both acts will come together to for a true collaborative celebration!

£16 until 30 April 2024, £18 thereafter - BOOK HERE

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Free Your Voice Workshop Series at Gigi's Dressing Room
Jun
11
to Jun 26

Free Your Voice Workshop Series at Gigi's Dressing Room

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FREE YOU VOICE - Vocal Workshop Series

We had so much fun singing together, improvising and dancing in May so we decided to continue the workshops at @gigi’s dressing room in June!

This time we have a special DRESS-UP PARTY on the last session, where we will dress up in Gigi's Dressing Rooms funky clothes and sing the songs we learned and created throughout the workshops!

JOIN US!

Tuesday 4th June, Tuesday 11th June, Wednesday 19th June, Wednesday 26th June

Address: 104A Wood St, London E17 3HX

Time: 19:00-21:00

Price: £15 per workshop

In the workshops, we will cover:

• Breathing exercise

• Vocal warmups

• Songs from around the world

• Circle singing and harmonies

• Improvisation

• Collaborative songwriting

To book your space-

https://forms.gle/WZpo1P7WyQ5EKhyWA

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Muze Collective - Cross Art improv night on a pirate ship!
Jun
10
6:30 PM18:30

Muze Collective - Cross Art improv night on a pirate ship!

We are super excited to bring out MUZE NIGHT of immersive cross-art improvisation to the Golden Hinde pirate ship for the first time!

We will collaborate with visual projection artist Joe Walton. Together, we will explore the themes of the sea and this historic ship, blending music, storytelling, and captivating visuals. Experience a multi-sensory journey from the water up, where the boundaries between performer and audience dissolve in the creation of real-time art. This is not just a concert or an art installation; it's a collaborative adventure where your input and participation become integral to the music and art making. Be ready to dive into the music, clap, tap, sing, or make noise with the whole room, and groove together.

MuzeBand - Acclaimed musicians Noga Ritter, Giuliano Osella, and Tomer Eldor have graced top jazz and world music stages and festivals worldwide, including the London EFG Jazz Festival. They have collaborated with renowned artists such as London Afrobeat Collective, Seckou Keita, Tony Kofi, Byron Wallen, Ligia Piro, and many more.@muze_collective

Joe Walton is an immersive experience artist. He creates experiences that catalyse a sense of play and escape from our everyday reality using visuals and light. Creating exciting new perspectives that can conjure a heightened awareness of our mind, body and the world we experience. @Joewalton_art

FAQ:

Doors open at 7.30pm; music starts at 8pm; Get your tickets here

We are unfortunately unable to offer step-free access; Bar open on the ship, BYO alcohol not allowed; No age restriction, under 18s must enter with a supervising adult;

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Paper Garden Records at Market Halls Oxford St.
May
16
10:30 AM10:30

Paper Garden Records at Market Halls Oxford St.

Paper Garden Records event is bringing together the best food with the best music!

Join us on Friday 17/5 at Market Halls Oxford St. for a night of Food and music. Noga Ritter will play with her quartet: Tomer Eldor on piano, Maurizio Ravalico on percussion and Giovani Cresseri on bass. After their set, they will do an improvised set collaborating with the visual artist Gwendolyn Kassenaar.
The evening will start at 19:00 with performances from Allexa and Steve Pretty.

Noga Ritter’s band will be on at 20:30
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FREE YOUR VOICE - Weekly Vocal Workshops at Gigi's Dressing Room
May
9
to May 16

FREE YOUR VOICE - Weekly Vocal Workshops at Gigi's Dressing Room

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FREE YOUR VOICE 

Weekly vocal workshops with Noga Ritter at Gigi’s Dressing Room 

Ever dreamt of singing freely, expressing yourself, and connecting through music? Join our holistic singing workshop! Discover the magic of singing in harmony, body music and improvisation. Unlock your vocal and creative abilities in a fun and supportive environment. 

Thursdays 19:00-21:00 
Dates: 9th May and 16th May
Address: 104A Wood St, London E17 3HX
Suggested contribution: £15
(if you can’t contribute, get in touch and we will find a way to welcome you anyway!) 
Details and RSVP - https://tktp.as/EBYPJX

In the workshops, we will cover: 

  • Breathing exercise 

  • Vocal warmups

  • Songs from around the world

  • Circle singing and harmonies

  • Improvisation 

  • Collaborative songwriting 

Looking forward to singing together! 
Gigi and Noga 

In the workshops, we will learn how to use our breath to support our voice and unlock the potential of our vocal expression. Through guided breathing exercises and vocal warm-ups, we will improve our vocal technique and confidence. Together, we'll explore a diverse repertoire of songs from around the globe, harmonizing and connecting with the rhythm through body percussion. In this safe and supportive environment, we'll also delve into improvisation and collaborative songwriting, fostering a playful and explorative atmosphere.

Come join us as we embark on a journey of vocal discovery and expression

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Mar
10
7:00 PM19:00

Noga Ritter Trio at Manchester Jewish Museum

Following on from her sold-out 2022 Synagogue Nights show, Noga Ritter comes back to Manchester with a newly released album. With songs sung in both Hebrew and English, Noga weaves intimate and personal stories into a compelling narrative of social-global issues.

Her debut solo album "Ima", released in May this year, features 14 incredible musicians including the award-winning artists Seckou Keita on Kora, Byron Wallen on trumpet, Tony Kofi on saxophone and produced by Liran Donin.

Come listen to Noga's new songs, tracing influences from her upbringing, travels and encounters. Expect an electric and captivating show and get moving to these irresistible sounds!

Noga Ritter - vocals
Giuliano Osella- percussion
Tomer Eldor- piano

Book your tickets here

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Feb
18
5:00 PM17:00

Noga Ritter Quartet at Gugastro Studio - SP , Brazil

Join us at the legendary studio of Guga Stroeter in São-Paulo for an intimate concert.
Come at 17:00 to enjoy the pool and hangout with us.
Music will start at 18:00 and after the gig we will most likely open it for a jam session as that is always the vibe in this magical place! Surprise guests guarantied :)

The band:
Noga Ritter - vocals
Victor Mendez - guitar
Pedro Mcedo - bass
Ivan Alvis - drums
Get in touch to receive the exact address.

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IMA Vinyl Release - LIVE & Signing at Rough Trade East
Dec
8
7:00 PM19:00

IMA Vinyl Release - LIVE & Signing at Rough Trade East

In times where fear and war rule and divide us, I think music is more important than ever, to bring people together, connect us to our soul and not lose our sense of humanity. This has always been my mission, to bring people together from all walks of life through music. That's the only thing that gives me hope right now. 

I can't wait to bring back my 8-piece mega band to the famous Rough Trade East to celebrate the vinyl release of my album 'IMA' on 8/12 for a special Live and signing event. 

This one is going to be special :
Noga Ritter - vocals, Giuliano Osella - drums, Tomer Eldor - piano and BVs, Alessandro Gugel - guitar and BVs, Basile Petite - bass, Maurizio Ravalico- percussion

A surprise guest to be announced soon!

Join us, I'm looking forward to getting together with you all! 
If you buy a record you can come into the gig for free, otherwise you can simply buy a ticket to the show. All details are here.

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Oct
19
7:30 PM19:30

Noga Ritter Quartet at SOAS university with special guests: Kadialy Kouyate (kora) & Josh Middleton (accordion)

Jewish Music Institute and SOAS Concert Series as part of Tsitsit festival 
Supported by SOAS Library
The Big Mix 
– A celebration of the music of 21st London
Part I - Kadialy Kouyate & Josh Middleton

Celebrated and award-winning Senegalese kora player Kadialy Kouyate and the UK’s most prominent Klezmer Accordionist Josh Middleton (Don Kipper) perform a unique and new collaboration for the JMI – Jewish Music Institute to be premiered at SOAS Concert Series. Celebrated and award-winning Senegalese kora player Kadialy Kouyate and the UK’s most prominent Klezmer Accordionist Josh Middleton (Don Kipper) perform a unique and new collaboration for the JMI – Jewish Music Institute to be premiered at SOAS Concert Series.
This intercultural journey will bring together the Griot traditions of West Africa and the living heritage of Ashkenazi Klezmer to create a new co-territoriality, for a 21st Century London, where Kora meets Klezmer.

Part II - Noga RItter quartet with special guests

Noga Ritter - vocals
Basile Petite- bass
Giuliano Osella- drums

Israeli singer-songwriter, celebrated vocalist and dancer will bring her quartet of musicians from around the world, to deliver her unique fusion of Hebrew Jazz and global grooves. Playing songs from her recent release debut solo album ‘IMA’.
For this unique concert, she will be joined by Kadialy Kouyate & Josh Middleton as special guests for a few songs. Don’t miss this special one-off collaboration! Get your tickets here

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Aug
4
to Aug 5

Noga Ritter Quintet at CLF Art Lounge

Excited to return home to CLF Art Lounge with my quintet, welcoming some new talented musicians to our band!

Noga Ritter- vox, Basile Petite- bass, Luke Wynter- guitar, Lya Reis Guerrero - drums, Nick Walter - trumpet 

It’s the only London gig we have this summer, come celebrate with us!

FREE entry but booking is recommended, it always gets sold out! Book your place here

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IMA album launch with 10-piece band at The Forge, Camden
Jun
12
to Jun 13

IMA album launch with 10-piece band at The Forge, Camden

“IMA” debut album launch of Noga Ritter with an all-star 10-piece band featuring award-winning artists Tony Kofi (sax) and Byron Wallen (trumpet).

Get your tickets here

Joining Noga Ritter on stage are some of the most talented and respected jazz and world artists, all of whom played a vital role in creating the magical sound of her album. The band includes Tomer Eldor on piano, Liran Donin on bass, Maurizio Ravalico on percussion, Giuliano Osella on drums, Phil Dawson on guitar, special guest- Dembis Thioung on percussion and a trio of world-class horn players: Tony Kofi on tenor sax, Byron Wallen on trumpet, and Patrick Kenny on trombone.

Her album, to be released with Galileo Music in May, brings together 14 musicians from around the world, including award-winning kora player Seckou Keita and producer Liran Donin.

Join us to celebrate this beautiful album at our beloved reopend Forge in Camden.

An AGMP & KAZUM presentation.

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Arsenal of Sounds: Noga Ritter & Olcay Bayir
Mar
3
7:00 PM19:00

Arsenal of Sounds: Noga Ritter & Olcay Bayir

Excited to join Rhythm Passport’s eclectic events at Woolwich Works. This time the round-the-world journey in sound reaches the Middle East and Turkey with two musicians who represent the diversity and inclusivity of the London music scene.

“Olcay Bayir and Noga Ritter are thought-provoking singer-songwriters who have dedicated their careers to their roots (in Turkey and Israel respectively), while incorporating elements of musical traditions from around the world.”

I’m looking forward to share the night with Olcay, an amazing singer and good friend. I will be joined by my quartet: Giuliano Osella- drums, Alessandro Gugel- guitar, Jools Kelly bass.

Get your ticket here

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Noga Ritter Quartet at Green Note
Jan
20
7:30 PM19:30

Noga Ritter Quartet at Green Note

After selling out our last show at the Green Note in October we are happy to announce that I will come back with my quartet in the new year!

We will play my original music from my upcoming album IMA (mother). Hebrew Jazz with grooves from around the globe.

In this intimate gig I will be joined by Giuliano Osella on percussion & BVs, Tomer Eldor on piano & BVs and Basil Petit on bass. Expect an evening of songs that will take you on a journey, touch your soul and make you want to move! I love improvising, every show is different. You will be drawn to join in singing, improvising or even contributing to making a new song on the spot!

Get your tickets in advanced as last time it was sold out. Link to tickets here

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Noga Ritter Quartet at CLF Art Lounge
Jan
13
8:30 PM20:30

Noga Ritter Quartet at CLF Art Lounge

So Excited to come back to some of London best venues- CLF Art Lounge in Peckham. I will be joined by my mighty quartet : Giuliano Osella- drums, Alessandro Gugel- guitar and Basil Petit- bass. The audience at CLF is always great fun and there are always some unexpected guests that join on stage. Last time we played there, Maurizio Ravalico joined on percussion and Batch Gueye on vocals! who knows what will happen this time?!

FREE entry but table booking recommended as last time it was full capacity and people couldn’t enter if they haven’t booked. Link to booking here

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Noga Ritter Quartet at Piano Smithfield as part of EFG Jazz Festival & Tsitsit Fest
Nov
16
8:00 PM20:00

Noga Ritter Quartet at Piano Smithfield as part of EFG Jazz Festival & Tsitsit Fest

Noga Ritter will play music from her upcoming album IMA (mother). Original Hebrew Jazz with grooves from around the globe. In this special show for the EFG London Jazz Fest and Tsitsit Festival Noga will be joined by the award winning bassist Liran Donin (Lef Bib, Ill Considered, Mulatu Astatke) , Israeli pianist Tomer Eldor (Umami, Ofri Jehemiah) and her long collaborator Giuliano Osella (London Afrobeat Collective, Don Kipper) on drums. Expect an evening of songs that will take you on a journey, touch your soul and make you want to move!

For tickets visit this link

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Noga Ritter Quartet at CLF Art Lounge
Nov
11
to Nov 12

Noga Ritter Quartet at CLF Art Lounge

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Excited to come back to one of my favourite venues in London - the CLF Arts Lounge in Peckham. This time I’m coming with my mighty quartet: Giuliano Osella- on drums, Liran Donin- on bass and Alessandro Gugel on guitar.

Come early to enjoy amazing Caribbean food and best Rum punch in town! FREE entry, see you there!

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