Gojogo is an unusual quartet that combines the Western sounds of classical and jazz with the rhythmic traditions of India. The instrumentation includes violin, guitar, bass, tabla, drumset, and dholki, a double-headed drum from Northern India. Some songs also feature electronic samples. Gojogo performs original music composed collaboratively by the four performers, each drawing upon a different musical tradition and training. Compositions feature improvisation over structured forms, creating space for spontaneity and a medium to present each unique instrument. Gojogo challenges itself to create repertoire that incorporates the eccentricities of its various instruments and musical styles. The result is a sound that defies the borders of any specific genre.
Gojogo began as an experimental recording project between violinist Sarah Jo Zaharako and sound engineer Elias Reitz. In order to realize their music in a live concert setting, Gojogo incorporated acoustic bass, guitar and Indian percussion and has since existed as a quartet. Members include Sarah Jo Zaharako on violin, Eric Perney on bass, Roger Riedlbauer on guitar, and Elias Reitz on Dholki and electronic samples. Since its birth, Gojogo has performed throughout the West Coast and has produced two recordings. The latest, “All is Fair”, released in November 2006 on Galaxia Records, received international recognition. Gojogo is also featured on the world-re-known surf documentary Sprout by Thomas Campbell. The group has performed with popular artists including Joanna Newsom, Bright Black Morning Light, Peggy Honeywell, and Vetiver. In 2006, they presented at the first conference of the International Society of Improvised Music. Gojogo is currently working on a third album, to be released by Porto Franco Records in early 2011.

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