{"id":5587,"date":"2024-09-08T10:42:37","date_gmt":"2024-09-08T10:42:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jazzmandu.org\/?page_id=5587"},"modified":"2026-09-29T18:52:34","modified_gmt":"2026-09-29T18:52:34","slug":"cadenza-collective","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/jazzmandu.org\/?page_id=5587","title":{"rendered":"Cadenza Collective"},"content":{"rendered":"
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One of the most unique and eclectic bands from Kathmandu, Nepal, Cadenza Collective led by drummer and composer Navin Chettri seamlessly blends Jazz, Afro-funk, and Nepali folk into an irresistible sound for your ears and booty.<\/p>\n

From their humble beginnings in 1998, Cadenza was one of the first bands to experiment with jazz in the Kathmandu Valley, a city dominated by bands playing rock and pop covers. Cadenza broke the mold and has evolved into a mature and experienced collective of musicians and music educators. Their music has pumped vitality into the improvised music scene in Nepal and beyond through regular performances with both classical and western musicians. With 5 albums to date showcasing their original music, their CDs are often referred to as instant collector\u2019s items. The latest album, Back to the Roots, released in February 2014, is further evidence of their nature as a band to push boundaries. With their unique jazz, Nepali-afro-funk sound, far from popular mainstream music, the album was nominated in 5 categories for the 2014 Nepal Hits FM Music Awards. They won Best Pop\/Rock Composition for their song \u201cNamaste\u201d, and Best Pop\/Rock Album of the Year.<\/p>\n

They have performed in many international musical festivals and venues including the Palmer Street Jazz Festival Australia, ELB Jazz Festival in Hamburg Germany, RSJ Festival in India, La Baiser Sale and LaTimbale in Paris, Klunker Kranich in Berlin, and prestigious jazz clubs in Copenhagen and Brussels to name a few.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

Navin Chettri \u2013 Vocals and Drums
\nRajat Rai \u2013 Guitar
\nSamir Chettri \u2013 Bass
\nInapRaj Shrestha \u2013 Tenor Sax
\nPravin Chhetri – Alto Sax<\/p>\n

http:\/\/cadenzacollective.com\/<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>

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Performances<\/b><\/p>\n

Groovin\u2019 at Upstairs<\/b><\/p>\n

Cadenza Collective brings together new and old friends for a spontaneous jam session at Kathmandu’s most storied jazz club.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

Date: Thursday, October 29<\/span>
Time: 7:00 pm \u2013 9:00 pm | Gates open at 6:30 pm.<\/span>
Venue: Jazz Upstairs, Lazimpat<\/span>
Ticket: Door sales only – NRs. 1500<\/span><\/p>\n

Jazz Bazaar<\/b><\/p>\n

Escape Kathmandu for a day and night of incredible music under the open sky, with performances from a stellar line-up of international and Nepali musicians. Relax, enjoy and energize with a marathon of music, exquisite food, and drinks!<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

Date: Saturday, October 31<\/span>
Time: 3:00 pm \u2013 9:00 pm <\/span>
Venue: Gokarna Forest Resort <\/span>
A spectacular evening of Nepali classical music fused with jazz, in the magnificent setting of old Patan.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

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Jazz at Patan<\/span>
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Date: Tuesday, November 3<\/span>
Time: 7:00 pm \u2013 9:00 pm <\/span>
Venue: Yalamaya Kendra, Patan Dhoka<\/span>
Ticket: NRs. 2500<\/span>
(Gates open at 6:30 pm and close at 8:00 pm. Please be seated by 6:45 pm.)<\/span><\/p>\n

Jazzmandu Finale<\/b><\/p>\n

The festival’s all-star lineup comes together for one final exchange of musical energy and positive vibes as this year\u2019s Jazzmandu concludes. <\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

Date: Wednesday, November 4<\/span>
Time: 5:30 pm \u2013 10:00 pm <\/span>
Venue: The Malla Hotel, Lekhnath Marg, Lainchaur<\/span>
Ticket: NRs. 1800<\/span>
(Gates open at 5:00 pm and close at 8:00 pm)<\/span><\/p><\/p>\n<\/div>

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