Artists
Chris Joris
Instrument:
percussion
flute
drums
Ensembles:
Chris Joris
Chris Joris - Bob Stewart
The Chris Joris Experience
Biography
In the course of his career, his style has evolved from afro-jazz to freer improvisation, but he remains active in the African percussion circuit, with Adama Dramé and Baba Sissoko, among others. As a composer, he has written for the stage as well as soundtracks for short films. As a sideman he is frequently seen alongside Tuur Florizoone, Eric Person and Frank Vaganée, among others.
He has been awarded various prizes, such as the Klara Prize for best CD, as well as the SABAM Award. At the Zamu Awards, he was nominated for the ‘best jazz composer’ award.