Christi Joza Orisha

Born in Benin, in Porto-Novo, in one of the cities of West Africa
overflowing with religious and cultural activities (brooding, traditional
group, youth ballet, folklore, etc.) or Christi Joza Orisha is a drummer
with a wide and exceptional musical opening. Very talented, he is
captivated by the melodies, sounds, rhythms and various styles of world
music. Its ease in adapting to the various musical universes comes from the
various researches carried out on the foundations of the rhythms of the
world and more precisely of the traditional rhythms of Benin.
In his Jazz Fusion universe, he mixes his inspiration of traditional sounds
with jazz bringing his particular touch. With reference to jazz drummers,
such as: Elvin Jones, Jim Chapin, Art Blakey, Max Roach, Jojo Mayer, Paco
Sery; Dennis Chambers, Yoron Israel, Lewis Nash, Vinnie Colaiuta, Nate
Smith etc. Christi Joza Orisha draws his knowledge from the mixing and
blending of world cultures.
His workshop project entitled RHYTHMS OF BENIN (Denmark-Benin) and his
Collaboration on several music projects with musical artists (such as:
Lionel Louèkè - Robert Sadin - Pino Palladino (The Journey); Angélique
Kidjo (EWE); Kris Dane (Rose of Jericho); Leni Stern; Mario Guccio (The
Link); Everton Firmeza Trio; TransFuZion band) reveals an extraordinary
quality as a musician, with an enriching capacity for artistic creativity.