Jacques Schwarz-Bart & Gregory Privat Present “The Crossing”
In anticipation of their upcoming duet album “22,” set to release in May 2025, Jacques Schwarz-Bart and Gregory Privat have unveiled “The Crossing,” an original composition by Schwarz-Bart. This poignant piece is inspired by the transatlantic journey of millions of Africans, forcibly taken from their homeland to the Americas during the slave trade.
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“The Crossing” serves as a profound musical reflection on this historical trauma, blending the emotive prowess of Schwarz-Bart’s saxophone with the nuanced elegance of Privat’s piano. The composition not only honors the resilience of those who endured this harrowing passage but also invites listeners to contemplate the enduring impact of this chapter in human history.
You can listen to “The Crossing” now by following this link: The Crossing.
Jacques Schwarz-Bart and Gregory Privat’s collaboration on “22” promises to be a compelling exploration of their shared musical heritage and individual artistic journeys. Stay tuned for more updates as we approach the album’s release date.
Credits:
- Jacques Schwarz-Bart: Saxophone
- Gregory Privat: Piano
- Music by Jacques Schwarz-Bart
- Directed by Rémi Bourcereau