World recognized drummer, percussionist and composer George Lernis will celebrate the release of his new album “Between Two Worlds” with a concert, brief reflections, and reception on June 18th, 2022 at the beautiful St Paul’s church in Malden MA. His new album was inspired by a desire to offer an alternative to the ongoing stereotyping of immigrants based on their origins, religions and skin color. Being an immigrant himself, this is a social issue that he deeply cares about.

By introducing his Middle Eastern/Eastern Mediterranean musical traditions into his Jazz compositions, as well as the rich musical colors and rhythms that he grew up with to the different audiences around the U.S. he hopes to promote a better appreciation of immigrants and their cultures.

Joining George for his new album concert release: GRAMMY®-nominated Turkish pianist Mehmet Ali Sanlıkol; vocalist Burcu Güleç; trumpeter Emiel de Jaegher; and Professor Bruno Råberg on upright and electric bass.
The concert will be followed by a time of questions and reflections with composer about this album and its significance.