![]() ![]() They strive to make these values apparent in the musical language and the staged show alike, creating an atmosphere of an ancient tribal gathering and connection. ![]() Mimika takes pride in being one of the rare ensembles in the jazz world which takes a strong stance on issues such as social justice, human collaboration and unity. So far, Murtić has introduced the audiences with a utopian society on Mars, a prehistoric migration from Africa into the world and a pagan Slavic funeral ceremony. The pieces are conceptually and stylistically bound by a narrative highlighted by costumes and performance. Through music and stage appearance alike, every project explores a different theme. Currently based in Zagreb (Croatia), Murtić ́s original compositions for the ensemble are strongly influenced by the Balkan folk traditions, using their specific modalities and rhythms in a contemporary jazz expression. Mimika Orchestra is a progressive, avant-garde, concept jazz-world ensemble formed in London (UK) in 2010 by the Croatian multi-instrumentalist/composer Mak Murtić and vocalist Maja Rivić. ![]()
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