Inspired by life's twists, turns, and ever-changing rhythms, master oud player and composer Mehmet Polat brings a brand new band on board to present Embodied Poetry. Uniting pianist Mike Roelofs (NL), drummer Martin Hafizi (BG) and bassist Daniel van Huffelen (NL), Polat selected musicians decorated in both jazz and world music, allowing their timbres and musicianship to shine through 12 original compositions. Guests Gijs Levelt on trumpet, and Vardan Hovanissian and Sukru Kirtis on duduk and ney flutes complete Polat's lineup. Polat's new quartet blends jazz with rich musical traditions from Polats many previous crossover projects. Showcasing the work of a gifted composer and bandleader, he allows his band members to shine alongside him, raising their own musical voices in perfect harmony with the oudplayer's signature contemplative, but ever rhythmical approach.