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Cuarteto del Sur
Latin American jazz and world fusion. Traditional and contemporary music from throughout Latin America, as well as original compositions by members of the quartet
Carlos & Carlos
Carlos & Carlos is an acoustic guitar duo that performs an array of traditional and contemporary Latin American styles, incorporating different techniques and sensibilities from Mexican, Brazilian, Afro-Peruvian, Andean, and Afro-Caribbean traditions, among others. The duo’s main goal is to explore contemporary pan-Latino sonorities as well as their many intersections with other styles/rhythms from around the world.
T'ika
T’ika (‘Flower’ in Quechua language) is an acoustic duo consisting in Haigiong Deng (China- zheng) and Carlos Odria (Peru - guitar). The duo performs original compositions inspired in the natural sceneries of the state of Florida (US). Through a process that involves deep contemplation, reflection, and emotional interpretation of the colors, textures, vibrations, and movements that shape Florida’s landscape, the T’ika Duo elaborates sonic narratives that are also influenced by the various traditional musics of China and South America. This is their first collaboration recorded in the year 2013 by Derek Jones at the Florida State University's College of Music.
Haigiong Deng, zheng
Carlos Odria, guitar
Aconcagua
The Florida State University Andean Ensemble
Known as "Aconcagua," after the tallest mountain in the Andes, this ensemble performs music from the many traditions of the South American region. Musicians are Florida State University's students of beginner, intermediate and advanced levels.
Carlos Odria, director, arranger, guitarist
Omnimusica
Intercultural music ensemble
Omnimusica's composition draw from a large musical palette that forges a syncretic blend of everything from salsa, jazz, funk, soul, and classical to calypso, Bollywood, raga, flamenco, klezmer, and Bulgarian gypsy wedding band music.
Michael Bakan, director, percussionist
Katelyn Best, vocals
Mia Gormandy, steel pan
Andrew Stanley, sax
David Coob, bass
Waldron Dunkley, trombon
Carlos Odria, guitar
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The Barkless Dawgs Trio
A Miami-based trio that features an instrumental mix of flamenco, Latin jazz, americana, and world beat acoustic music. The trio perform mostly original compositions and a few select covers.
Steve Kornicks, percussion
George Parrot, steel string guitar
Carlos Odria, nylon string guitar
Dawgs Treats (2010)
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IThe Carlos Odria Trio
Latin and word jazz grooves. Featuring original compositions and standards.