Artistic director and saxophonist Matt Keegan is looking forward to touring the jazz-folk-fusion band to Murrah Hall, which has gained a favourable reputation amongst travelling artists as an atmospheric venue with an appreciative arts-minded community.

“Two of the Indian band members are from remote communities in West Bengal,” he said.

“When we travel to India we always include local shows in the spectacular countryside of Santi Niketan and Darjeeling – these are always the most rewarding of the tour.

“I’m thrilled I can offer the boys the same experience here amongst the forests and beaches of the NSW South Coast and play in such a great venue, with legendary curry.”

The band will continue with a tour of India after the Australian tour, and has a show at the Mumbai Opera House.

Fusing modern Australian jazz with West Bengal folk music, the band creates a unique and soulful sonic imprint that radiates joy.

While Indian classical music and jazz have enjoyed a long association, The Three Seas music draws on the earthier sounds of folk music.

“Our sound is a combination of ancient folk music from the Baul tradition, together with jazz and rock – mixed with western production aesthetics. Our Indian band members play a plethora of instruments and create what is essentially a small orchestra including the khamak (stringed percussion), the dubki (hand drum), stringed instruments the dotora and esraj, as well as the Nepalese mouth instrument, the murchunga”.

The Three Seas is in Australia with the support of APRA/AMCOS, DFAT and the Australia Council. For more information about their Australian and Indian tour dates visit thethreeseasmusic.com.au.

FOR THE FRIDGE

What: The Three Seas

When: Sunday 12 November – Late Arvo

Where: Murrah Hall, 2989 Tathra-Bermagui Rd, Murrah NSW 2546