Click the 'play' button below to hear a fragment of 'Elaine' by Club For Five:
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Club For Five challenges conventional wisdom about the capability of the human voice. Their unique arrangements and original compositions combine jazz, pop, rock, and even classical music in such a chic and unique way, that they create a musical genre all their own. During performances, audiences are astounded to hear everything from electric guitars and horns to drums and other percussion instruments. Yet, they won’t see one single musical instrument on stage!
Of course, the band doesn’t merely settle for imitation. Instead, these talented performers effortlessly layer every note and vocal “pop” with a joyful and skilful touch. Performances by these five singers: Maija Sariola, Susanna Hietala, Jouni Kannisto, Tuomas Ahola and Tuukka Haapaniemi are filled with a delightful energy and exhilarating intensity.
In October 2004, Club For Five’s debut album Ensi-ilta (transl. "Premiere") introduced the band to many Finns, received rave reviews, and achieved gold status in Finland in only a few months time. The album was comprised mainly of old Finnish evergreens and pop songs, with imaginative, original arrangements. At the turn of 2006, Club For Five recorded their second Finnish album Uni (transl. "A Dream"). The album, released in Finland May 2006, represented a milestone for the band. In this release, Club For Five proved that, in addition to their one-of-a-kind arrangements and thoughtful musicality, they also have what it takes to write music of their own. In November 2007 Club For Five released the Christmas album Rekiretki (transl. "A Sleigh ride") which was promptly awarded Christmas Album of the Year and achieved gold status in Finland. Rekiretki also received worldwide acclaim by winning the holiday album of the year -category at the international a cappella awards, CARA 2008.
During its relatively short career as a group, the band has performed with such distinguished ensembles as the legendary American vocal group Manhattan Transfer and the Finnish Radio Symphony Orchestra. Club For Five performs mainly in Finland but has also held concerts around Europe and in Asia. In the near future, the band will perform in such places as Germany, France, Ireland, Peoples Republic of China, and in various venues in North America (to name but a few). For more information please visit: http://www.clubforfive.fi/eng/
Please note that Club For Five does not give specific title listings but an overall description of their concert.
Click the 'play' button below to see the video for 'Sweet Dreams' by Club For Five:
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