Yumi Hara's Groove Study + TAKU + DJ Marina Organ

Yumi Hara's Groove Study are an avant-rock trio: ex-Henry Cow drummer Chris Cutler; London-based Japanese composer, pianist and vocalist Yumi Hara, driving force of the Lindsay Cooper Songbook, who has collaborated extensively across the Canterbury, Rock in Opposition and Krautrock scenes; and ex-MELT-BANANA bassist Toshiaki Sudoh, a collaborator of Jim O'Rourke and Eiko Ishibashi (including her score for Drive My Car).

Expect complex rhythm and harmony paired with memorable melodies — Gamelan in 6, reggae in 7, West African polyrhythms in 10, Baroque fugue in 15 — fusing ever-changing odd metres, medieval modes and Japanese scales. PROG magazine called it 'incisive' and 'nothing short of majestic'.

With support from TAKU and DJ Marina Organ. £19 on the door, £18 via DICE, £15 for Cafe OTO members.

Find out more info or book your tickets on https://www.cafeoto.co.uk/events/byh-yumi-haras-groove-study/

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