Pianist

The Amina Figarova Jazz Sextet has graced the stage of Jazz Festivals and renowned clubs all over the world. She is known both for her piano performance and composing, and with her group, she delivers a double dose of thrilling performances to audiences everywhere. She is currently in residence in both New York City and New Orleans with her husband an phenomenal jazz flutist Bart Plateau. This will be their second appearance at Southern Miss.

Connoisseurs Series presents Amina Figarova Jazz Sextet

Marsh Auditorium

A native of Baku, Azerbaijan, Amina Figarova has risen from her upbringing behind the Iron Curtain to become of the most celebrated pianists and composers on the international jazz scene.

A prodigy who began piano studies at the age of 2, she earned degree in classical piano performance before relocating to Rotterdam and devoting her passions to jazz, eventually landing at Boston’s Berklee College as part of a student exchange program. Combining her classical technique with a love for the music of Oscar Peterson and Duke Ellington, Figarova has released over a dozen exquisite sessions, beginning with her 1994 debut album, Attraction.

Amina Figarova

Pianist

Events

Nov 3, 2023

Connoisseurs Series presents Amina Figarova Jazz Sextet · The University of Southern Mississippi School of Music

Sep 24, 2023

Amina Figarova Sextet · San Francisco Jazz

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