Bata Mbira

During 2003 and 2004, the Studio recorded tracks for a really exciting new project called Bata Mbira. It is a conglomeration of traditional African Mbira music combined with the percussive styles of Cuba, Brazil and Africa. Master percussionist Michael Spiro and Mbira Artist/Singer Mike Williams and recorded tracks that formed the foundation of the project during three different sessions spaced several months apart. This was necessary because Spiro lives in San Francisco and many of the participants have hectic schedules. Spiro enlisted several fantastic singers and a killer wooden Flute artist named Sylvain Leroux. Also featured is Singer/Percussionist Jesus Diaz. The release date is pending.

Here are some audio clips and pictures from the session.

Mike Williams, Michael Spiro, and Celia Michael Spiro, Bev Bosford, and Rick Dior Michael Spiro and Mike Williams Killer Bata Assistant engineer Chuck Hawks prepares for the worst Mic test Mike Williams Rick Dior and Bev Bosford Rick and Celia Hmmm, which one should I use... Hey Spiro...get outta my chair!

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