1/23 Mahya Hamedi Group Thu (Mad Monkfish Concert Series)

The Mad Monkfish is happy to now offer live jazz concerts on select dates! For those who can't make it to the Jazz Baroness Room, Monkfish now streams live all of its performances on their Facebook page.

Mahya Hamedi Group

Monkfish Concert Series

Thursday, January 23, 2025

Mahya Hamedi, vocals & piano
Ferran Rico, electric bass
George Fulton, tenor saxophone
Ben Fig, drums 

Mahya Hamedi - Voice and Piano

Mahya Hamedi is a multi-stylistic vocalist, pianist, composer, and producer. Currently based in Boston, she recently graduated Berklee College of Music as a full-tuition scholar. Mahya’s recorded works are highly syncretic, fusing Iranian folk music with contemporary jazz, pop, and classical music, showcasing her powerful and versatile voice. Her recorded music have been celebrated both in Iran and throughout the Iranian diaspora, accumulating hundreds of thousands of plays on music streaming services. Her original song “Deng,” a plea for pacifism written as tensions escalated between Iran and the United States, was released in January 2020. Mahya has performed over 20 shows around the US in New York, California, Philadelphia, and Boston area. She is currently recording her latest compositions for her debut studio album, which she looks forward to promoting around the world.

Ferran Rico – Electric Bass

Ferran Rico is a bass player, composer, and arranger from Barcelona. His music features a unique stylistic mixture of European-rooted neo-pop jazz, refined with his devotion for Black- American Music. Now pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in jazz performance and arrangements at Berklee College of Music (Boston, MA) on a full-ride scholarship, he’s the mentee of the renowned bass player, composer, and band leader Michael League (Snarky Puppy). 

George Fulton – Tenor Saxophone and Clarinet

George Fulton is a saxophonist from Seattle, Washington. He attended Roosevelt High School and currently studies at Berklee College of Music in Boston. He has won multiple awards as a jazz soloist including Essentially Ellington and Bellevue College Jazz Festival.

Rafa Heredia – Percussion

Rafa Heredia is a percussionist born in Hiroshima, Japan. At the age of 15, he started his musical career working with distinguished artists, such as Farruquito, Becky G, Eva la Yerbabuena, Marina Heredia, Diego del Morao, Jose Valencia, La Argentina, Pepe Roca, Paco Jarana, Miguel Poveda, Jose Quevedo el bolita, Jose Carlos Gomez, Potito, El pele, Jorge Luteca, Akon, and Sandra Carrasco. Rafael has performed in countless theaters, including the Opera House in Dubai, Théâtre National de Chaillot in Paris, Orchard Hall in Tokyo, Teatro Bradesco in Brazil, Teatro Real in Spain, Sadler's Wells in London, and many others. In 2022, he received a full tuition scholarship to Berklee College of Music in Boston, where he is currently studying.

NOTE:

Immerse yourself in the cozy atmosphere of the Jazz Baroness Room at The Mad Monkfish, where you can sip your favorite drink, savor sushi or Thai cuisine, and enjoy the mesmerizing sounds of a remarkable jazz ensemble. Whether you're a seasoned jazz aficionado or simply seeking a delightful night out, this event promises to be a treat for your senses. To keep this vibrant jazz scene alive, we kindly ask for a minimum spend of $20 per person, as most of the ticket proceeds go directly to the musicians. Our full bar and food menus are available to complement the musical experience, so indulge in our renowned cuisine while supporting live jazz at The Mad Monkfish. Together, we can keep the music playing!

Tickets are $15 and can be purchased here:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mahya-hamedi-group-comes-to-the-mad-monkfish-tickets-1100574320419