简介
Jaka is a 5-piece funky Afro-pop band based in Santa Fe, New Mexico, with mbira, marimba, guitar, bass, drums, and vocals. Our music is built on the folk melodies and harmonies of the traditional music of Zimbabwe and we combine these with modern elements to make an upbeat, positive and danceable contemporary sound. The band was formed by Dan Pauli in the mid-90s after studying with the great teachers of Zimbabwe from his old home base in the Pacific Northwest. Band members include Dan on marimba, mbira, hosho, vocals; Lee Steck on drums and vocals; Marco Topo on bass; Hountor Gent on mbira, marimba, mandolin, djembe, and vocals; and Jessie Garcia on guitar, marimba, and vocals. Dan is a master craftsman, building both african-style marimbas and mbiras. Dan's instruments are used across the United States and world-wide, and he was one of the first mbira makers to electrify the instrument. Jaka has won "Best Band" in Santa Fe on several occasions, and tours throughout the western US, playing clubs and festivals. Jaka has released 3 CDs to date. The first was titled "JAKA", the second "Magic", and the third "Glow". Visit our website "jakamusic", or say hi on facebook under "Jaka Music".
