Esperanza Spalding in Manila

MANILA, Philippines - The hip sound of jazz nouveau hits Manila as Soul Experiment Production with The Philjazz Society of the Philippines present Esperanza Spalding Live at Sofitel Philippine Plaza on Aug. 15, 7 p.m. Before that, spend the day with the jazz prodigy in a brass clinic that begins at 3 p.m. at 7 Pecados.

Opening for Esperanza (photo) is Yosha, a group composed of lead vocalist Yosha, bassist Karel Honasan, drummer Mike Alba and keyboardist Nikko Rivera. It has a unique jazz sound with a dash of Pinoy soul that is rapidly gaining popularity in the local jazz scene. Its original compositions are full of insightful lyrics with unforgettable arrangements.

Tickets are priced at P3,000 and P1,500. For details, call Ticketworld at 891-9999.