Mahuki – Gratitude Tour ft Soweto Kinch [Jazz Fusion]

Mahuki are an Edinburgh-based fusion project spearheaded by the Czech-born guitar virtuoso, Honza Kourimsky. Blending jazz with Eastern European folk melodies and progressive funk, Mahuki embarks on a musical exploration of the spiritual dimensions of the human experience. Honza’s dynamic stage presence, extensive performing background, and distinctive compositional flair set the stage for this cutting-edge jazz fusion ensemble. In their sophomore album, “Gratitude,” Mahuki delves into a diverse range of musical styles, seamlessly blending expressive improvisation with intricate composition and arrangement.

This captivating fusion of sounds transcends traditional genre boundaries, drawing in audiences from across the musical spectrum, including enthusiasts of Latin music, Nu-Jazz, and beyond. Embarking on their “Gratitude” album tour, Mahuki takes their dynamic sound across Scotland, England, and Czechia. With their unique blend of energetic jazz, Mahuki showcases remarkable instrumental prowess and improvisational finesse, solidifying their position as trailblazers in Edinburgh’s musical landscape.

With a decade of music-making in Edinburgh, Honza has curated a repertoire featuring some of the most promising talents from Scotland’s jazz scene. These musicians have graced esteemed stages worldwide, including Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Club in London, Jazz FM, BBC Radio Scotland, and The New Morning in Paris. Join Mahuki on their musical journey through inventive fusion and dynamic performances.

Joining them on the tour is award winning alto-saxophonist and MC Soweto Kinch. One of the most exciting and versatile young musicians in both the British jazz and hip hop scenes. Undoubtedly, one of the few artists in either genre with a degree in Modern History from Oxford University he has amassed an impressive list of accolades and awards on both sides of the Atlantic – including a Mercury Music Prize nomination, two UMA Awards and a MOBO for best Jazz Act in 2003. In October 2007, he won his second MOBO Award, at the O2 Arena, London where he was announced as the winner in the Best Jazz Act category- fending off stiff competition from the likes of Wynton Marsalis.