IV eiSAXional 2024

Last October, El Paso hosted the fourth edition of eiSAXional. The event, organised by the EISAX Association (La Palma International Saxophone Meeting) with the support of the Ayuntamiento de El Paso, took place at the Casa de la Cultura Braulio Martín Hernández on 4, 5 and 6 October, and featured leading saxophonists, giving those attending a top-level musical experience.

This year the gathering was devoted especially to jazz, and renowned saxophonist Kike Perdomo led the masterclasses and ensemble rehearsals. Perdomo, with a long career on the jazz scene and international experience, shared his knowledge with the participants, establishing the gathering as a space for learning and inspiration for musicians and music lovers alike.

Activities that took place:

Masterclasses and Ensemble Rehearsals:
The jazz masterclasses given by Kike Perdomo took place on 4, 5 and 6 October, from 9:00 to 13:00, with the master sharing improvisation, harmony and style techniques. In the afternoons there were rehearsals of the Ensemble with all participants, preparing for the big Closing Concert on the 6th.

Concerts:
The first concert took place on 5 October, given by the Iván Rojas Quartet, in collaboration with the XVI Muestra de Jazz de Canarias. This show allowed the audience to enjoy a high-quality jazz performance at the Casa de la Cultura Braulio Martín Hernández.

On 6 October came the Ensemble Closing Concert. This charity event, in support of the Asociación de Niños Especiales de La Palma (NEP), brought the participants together for a moving final performance.

This gathering is a unique opportunity for saxophonists and music lovers in La Palma to connect with the scene and gain new skills in a professional setting. At EISAX we are especially grateful for the support of the Ayuntamiento de El Paso, which is helping this event become firmly established on the island.

See you at the next edition!