Anat Cohen Tentet

Happy Song

Released: October 2017

With the Tentet, “the aim was to create the smallest, most flexible large ensemble we could,” Oded Lev-Ari explains, “and I think the band really lets Anat be free in her playing and selection of repertoire – it’s an extraordinarily versatile band of musical omnivores, happy to go wherever the music takes them. The group’s balance between freedom and interactivity, individual expression and stylistic diversity – that mirrors Anat as a musician. Moreover, this band allows us to express our ideas about the inclusiveness, universality and openness of music, and how it should be a vehicle for connecting with listeners not just on the basis of genre and style, but on the basis of emotion and feeling.

All About Jazz describes *Happy Song* as an album that "bounces and swings with all the warmth its title promises." With a vibrant mix of Brazilian rhythms, klezmer influences, and rich jazz harmonies, the album highlights Cohen’s dynamic leadership and the Tentet’s remarkable synergy. Each track bursts with joyful energy and intricate interplay, showcasing the ensemble’s ability to seamlessly weave together diverse musical traditions into a cohesive and exhilarating listening experience.