ZUM

Music thieved from the four corners of the world playing in inappropriate styles

 

From the diasporan melting pot of cosmopolitan London, ZUM's ground-breaking world fusion weaves melodies from around the globe into an exhilarating musical journey. The band takes you from heart-stopping beauty to unbuttoned passion and explosive rhythmic power - sophisticated jazz magically glides in to wild gypsy fiddling; Celtic lament to hot-blooded Arabic melody.

Delving deep in to their own roots, the masterful musicians of ZUM create an inspirational fusion of folk music traditions from around the world as they continue their mission to redefine world music. Salsa, bluegrass, klezmer, calypso and bebop complement masterpieces by Astor Piazzolla, music from the golden era of tango, addictive traditional gypsy melodies and dazzling virtuoso fiddling.

The band's stunning shows have taken them from Finland to Alaska, Saudi Arabia to Croatia with audiences showing an insatiable appetite for ZUM's toe-tapping virtuosity, intoxicating harmonies and awesome rhythmic power.

ZUM brings you phenomenal fiddling from Adam Summerhayes, sensational jazz soloing from Dave Gordon, awesome bass virtuosity from Richard Pryce, stunning accordion mastery from Eddie Hession and supreme lyricism from cellist Chris Grist.

ZUM creates an acoustic meltdown - a cultural alchemy, where the world's music collides.

 

“a highly individual fusion … rendered with unbuttoned passion and brilliance … virtuoso performances” - The Strad

“If you get a chance to see this band, forget whatever other plans you have and get yourself out for an evening – I guarantee you will not be disappointed.” - Bury Free Press

“awesome gypsy violin playing .… a vibrant and compelling show” - What’s On in London

“intoxicating…..virtuoso fiddle playing” – The Times

“fiery, passionate and intriguingly beautiful … A delight to hear and a treat to watch” - BBC