~ Under the stage/artist name "Arrizza" - Yannaki is a self-taught Latin/New Age/World guitarist and multi-instrumental artist based in the Long Island, NY area, primarily performing within the Nouveau Flamenco genre. His music can be described as a fusion of the spicy sounds of the Caribbean and Latin-America along with the traditions of Southern Spain, also incorporating flamenco and Mediterranean rhythms mellowed out by a cool New Age flair.
Yannaki grew up in a diverse multi-ethnic background and was exposed in his formative years to the haunting and exotic sounds of Spanish flamenco music. This gave birth to a inner passion to discover the “Duende” (soul) of flamenco. Even at a young age, his first experience with his first guitar (a toy guitar) showed a genuine interest and love for the instrument, which was re-kindled later on in his teens when he received his first actual Spanish guitar. From this moment on, Yannaki devoted himself entirely to his music. During a particularly dark and painful period in his life, a reevaluation of Yannaki's life path became a necessity, and he drew into his background in spirituality and qigong to rise up once again. He chose to embark upon a spiritual musical path that not only captures the listener’s ear, but also the listener’s heart. Composing from the tender realms of the inner spirit - every note speaks a simple message of peace, love, and joy ~ from the tender New Age-inspired musical pieces to the passionate uplifting sounds of rumba flamenco, each song takes the listener upon a magical journey of wonder and beauty.
Yannaki’s soulful compositions and clever fretwork has also received the recognition of world-class artists such as Canadian award-winning guitarist Johannes Linstead, David Gallegos, Jim Stubblefield, Dennis Fermin, Mark Barnwell, Al Marconi and others. He continues to strive to compose and perform music that will certainly captivate the audience, specifically designed to make them tap their feet, elevate the spirit and bring happiness to the heart.
Some Highlights:
- Performed at 2012 Ecuadorian Festival - Patchogue, NY (2000+ audience)
- Supported the Fundacion Lucero de America at Live After Five Summer Festival - Patchogue, NY (2011, 2012, 2013)
- Opened for the Atlantic Orchestra - St. John's Greek festival (2012, 2013, 2014,2015)
- Opened for Asteri Entertainment (2016) - St. John's Greek festival - Blue Pt, NY
- Performed with the Victor Tarassov Trio (rhythm guitar - 2012-2018)-
- collaborations on three albums (Mark Barnwell - Ojos de la Tierra, Mandala & FSG [Fermin Spanish Guitar] - Muevete!)
Arrizza's first official studio album to date, it features 14 beautiful original instrumental musical compositions that captivate the soul and heart - An eclectic collection of exotic lush sounds that spans across several distinct genres: including Nouveau Flamenco, Latin, New Age (contemporary Instrumental), Electronica, Smooth RnB and World influences - from the passion-fueled opening tracks "Prelude/Cuerdas de Pasion" to the more ethereal emotion-filled ones like the 8-minute masterpiece "Illuminata" - Each song is a story in itself, transporting the listener to various sonic landscapes that spark the imagination, conveying images of allure, enchantment, mystery and wonder -
In addition, several talented musicians have also collaborated and lended their special touch to the album such as New Age vocalist & singer/songwriter "Kerilyn" (haunting vocals on "Drifting") and U.K.- based multi-instrumentalist Tim Juckes (Middle Eastern violin on "Yalla Yalla") -
True to the underlying message of "Peace, Love & Joy" - each song, composed from pure emotion and heart, strives to create a classic yet modern vibe that expresses the oneness that underlies all cultures.....as depicted by the various styles combined together on this album - destined to capture the spirit and and allow our souls to experience - and "dance"!
AVAILABLE NOW FOR PURCHASE (Digi-download & CD album) AT CD BABY & ITUNES - Also on Amazon and other online music outlets - (download directly from my "store" page - just click on "store" at the top, or you can just click on the link below!)
*Also ready for full streaming on Spotify, iTunes Radio, Last.fm, Xbox Music and other online streaming apps - Listen in and enjoy a pleasurable listening experience!
Clifton NJ, USA
Location:
77 Montauk Hwy. Blue Point, NY 11715.
Contact: (631) 363-6450
Email: stjohnsbluepoint@aol.com
Website: www.stjohnsbluepoint.org
Location:
77 Montauk Hwy. Blue Point, NY 11715.
Contact: (631) 363-6450
Email: stjohnsbluepoint@aol.com
Website: www.stjohnsbluepoint.org
W. Main Street Patchogue, NY USA
Chamber of Commerce address:
15 N. Ocean Ave, Patchogue, NY 11772
ph: 631.207.1000
email: info@patchogue.com
SHOWTIME: TUMI ARTS @ 5pm
performing 2 sets around 6-7pm
22 Station Road, Bellport, NY 11713
ph: 631-286-0818
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Location:
960 spruce street
lawrenceville, NJ, NJ 08648
Contact: 609-865-5063
website: http://buttonscreperie.com
22 Station Road, Bellport, NY 11713
ph: 631-286-0818
http://wordpress.sctylib.org/
77 Montauk Hwy. Blue Point, NY 11715
contact: (516) 901-7165 (ask for Elaine)
Email: stjohnsbluepoint@aol.com
Website: www.stjohnsbluepoint.org
Berwyn, PA
Malvern, PA
Halloween Fiesta 2015 - Halloween mini-concert series
This year will bring forth some spook-tacular live entertainment for the trick-o-treaters out there. Featuring Dr. Cream of local prog Metal band, Hypocritical Oath, performing a few covers and originals suited for the day's theme. Arrizza will also be performing a set of covers and original material on Spanish guitar.
DATE & TIME: Sat. Oct 30 @ 3pm
LOCATION: 10 Nantucket Dr Medford, NY 11763
contact info: 631-866-6733 (home)
631-838-4295 (cell)
23 North Union St
Lambertville, NJ 08528
609.397.2400609.397.2400
Price: FREE with purchase of a meal (lunch)