Clarinetist extraordinaire Ken Peplowski is back performing after six weeks on the DL due to a broken knuckle in his right hand suffered while on a cruise. Among his many engagements, Ken has recently been touring with Brazilian guitarist Diego Figueiredo. The two have created a program of Brazilian jazz that includes songs by Antonio Carlos Jobim along with well-known jazz standards.
Diego Figueiredo (pronounced fig-a-ray-do) is considered one of the most talented guitar players in the world today. He is the winner of several important competitions including the Montreux Jazz Competition and the VISA Prize. His unique interpretations—a fusion between Jazz, Bossa Nova, and Classical, along with his phenomenal technique, have drawn raves from fans and concert goers around the world. He has performed in over 40 countries and has released 19 albums to date, three DVDs and several instructional books.
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The opening night of the 39th North Carolina Jazz Festival (January 31-February 2) will also feature Brazilian Jazz. Headlining this segment will be Brazilian-born vocalist Maucha Adnet and h
