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About Us

Eni is a collaborative effort of New York based world musicians that blend improvisational jazz and ethnic elements into a unique, irresistible vibe to create a unique style of music that aims to induce a 'soul tremor’ that would appeal to one’s sensibility and sense of searching for meaning.

Our music/ our vibe

Eni creates a musical juxtaposition of the different genres to provoke a sense of universal recognition to deepen one’s senses. The band’s inspiration comes from multidimensional art and strives to awaken all the senses by creating space, time, depth, and clarity with a certain super-perception, awareness, introspection, and empathy through its compositions.

"Eni blend improvisational jazz and oriental folklore into a unique, irresistible vibe to end the torpor of all winters” says Dorian Branea, Musical Director at the Romanian Cultural Institute in New York, where Eni were invited to debut the 2023 string of jazz and fusion concerts to complement RCINY’s flagship of classical music program, ”The Enescu Soirees of New York”

The Musicians

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Dan Purcea - guitar, Ramon Radosav - violin, Daniel Villeneuve - percussion, Rafael Castro - piano

Anchored by Dan Purcea’s inventive guitar lines, the band’s performances feel like an aural exploration that push boundaries while respecting the roots of the music.

Percussionist Daniel Villeneuve serves as the backbone of the ensemble, deftly weaving complex rhythms that beautifully highlight passionate cajon and cymbals work. The end product is an infectious rhythm section that is a feast for the senses, and an irresistible invitation to dance.

Ramon Radosav, the band’s violinist, provides the perfect virtuosity to the robust rhythm section. His mastery of the instrument brings out the rich world folklore influences in the music, allowing the audience to feel a connection with the cultural heritage that underpins the band’s sound.

Rafael Castro adds depth to the music with innovative jazz piano playing, punctuating the performances with a warmth that is as palpable as it is captivating.


ENI - Romanian Festival DC

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