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Marko Djordjevic/SVETI
For over ten years SVETI has been the creative outlet for one of the most impressive
and innovative drummers in the world today, the Serbian born Marko Djordjevic.
As the composer for SVETI, Marko writes music inspired by the rich musical tradition
of his Balkan roots, with a nod to the “western” artists that have influenced him, from
Coltrane and Weather Report to Zappa and the Police.

The evolution of the group’s sound is documented on two Benito Records releases, the
self-titled debut, SVETI, and the 2001 follow up, Live Kolach.

The working group, in different formations from trio to septet, featuring Brad Mason
(trumpet), Eli Degibri (sax), Nir Felder (guitar), Elliot Mason (trombone), Aaron
Goldberg (piano) and Matt Pavolka (bass), is currently touring in support of the new
album, entitled ‘Where I Come From’, released by Firma Video Entertainment.

Given the above mentioned talent, no wonder Phil Di Pietro of Allaboutjazz   
proclaims “SVETI is a group of absolutely monster musicians.”

Called a “world class drummer” and “a true inovator” by Modern Drummer
magazine, Marko Djordjevic has played on over 40 albums and has thousands of live
performances to his credit. Matt Garrison, Wayne Krantz, Jonah Smith, Clarence
Spady, Lucky Peterson, Jacques Schwartz-Bart, Garry Willis, Hal Crook, Bill Frisell,
Lionel Loueke, Aaron Goldberg, The Itals, Chris McDermott, and Eric Lewis are
some of the artist he has performed or recorded with since graduating with honors
from Berklee College of Music, where he was accepted on a scholarship at the tender
age of 16.

One of the finest musicians of our era, Blue Note recording artist Lionel Loueke says:
“Marko is one of the greatest drummers out there. He possesses incredible technique,
and a musical mind to match it! I love playing with him because he is so creative and
unique!”
Where I Come From
Firma Entertainment is proud to announce the release of the new SVETI album,
‘Where I Come From’.

Marko Djordjevic, who MD magazine calls a “drumming star,” leads a group that
features the hottest names on today’s modern jazz scene. Mr. Djordjevic is joined by
Lionel Loueke, Aaron Goldberg, Gregoire Maret, Elliot and Brad Mason, Matt
Pavolka and Gretchen Parlato in masterfully creating a variety of moods and textures,
from the burning quartet rendition of Belgrade Bop, to the lyrical My Lucky Number.

The first two SVETI albums have established Marko Djordjevic as a powerhouse
instrumentalist and improviser. ‘Where I Come From’ features him as a highly
seasoned musician, and a composer in a true sense of the word. With as much to say
to the uninitiated music lover as to the music buff that’s heard it all, ‘Where I Come
From’ sets the bar high and is surely going to be one of the most talked about albums
in the coming years.
It's one thing to be a brilliant drummer,
with impeccable time and phenomenal
technique; it's another to be one that
can compose and arrange with the best of
them. Marko does exactly that on WHERE
I COME FROM. On top of it all, he
surrounds himself with the finest talent,
creating a musical juggernaut that breaks all
boundaries. It's music steeped in tradition
yet entirely original!
Gonzalo Silva, Metronom Magazine
Drummer Marko Djordjevic has written a
very beautiful ballad in "Don't Be Sad."
The melody is a simple plea. The playing is
virtuosic. Sveti produces a compelling
sound.
Jazz.com
There is something magical in the way they
play, something that pulls you all the way
into the music.
Quim Cabeza, Bateria Total, Spain
This album by the Serbian virtuoso and his
group Sveti invites us on a musical odyssey.
Rich in rhythm, color, texture and melody
has already won praise from critics in the
US. A great musician is inviting you in - feel
free to enter!
Philippe Legare, Batteur magazine, France
Marko is a world class drummer and composer. He is one of the best and perhaps the most stylistically
original drummer in contemporary music today. This CD shows Marko's prowess as a hard swinging
jazz player, a master of odd metered folkloric music, an amazing soloist and a truly original composer.
Buy this CD! You may just hear the shape of things to come in modern drumming.
Lucas Pickford, bassist extraordinaire
Modern Drummer feature, May 2009
Marko is an A level endorser of Mapex drums, Zildjian cymbals, Evans drumheads
and Vic Firth sticks. He has been featured as a soloist and clinician at many
of the world's top music events (PASIC, Music Messe, Montreal Drum Fest,
NAMM, Music Fest Canada, Jazz Yatra India) and some of the most prominent
contemporary music schools (Berklee College of Music, Drummers Collective,
Modern Music in Greece, L'aula in Spain, etc).

Alfred Publishing is the exclusive worldwide distributor of his critically acclaimed
DVD entitled Where I Come From - A Fresh Approach To Drumming.

Solo Artist – Clinician
Marko's dvd "Where I Come From" is a MUST SEE for
all drummers, regardless of their level and stylistic
background. It is REALLY MUSICAL and ALL ABOUT
THE JOY OF PLAYING DRUMS!!
Gregg Bissonette
Marko is an outstanding and innovative musician. This video
is a must have for anybody that takes drumming seriously.
Antonio Sanchez
A very advanced dvd from a superb drummer from Serbia. Discover him immediately -
A STAR IS AMONG US!
Philipe Legare, Batteur Magazin, France
World class drummer Marko Djordjevic's dvd is intimate,
sincere and educational. The high quality of information
and outsdanding performances make it a dvd from which
much can be learned once it has been properly digested.
Mike Haid, Modern Drummer
He certainly has his own sound as a
drummer and is very musically minded. This
all comes across very well in what is one of
the best drumming DVDs I have seen in a
while. I enjoyed everything about this DVD
and think everyone should know about
Marko. He plays the drums beautifully and
makes you want to get better and to top it off
he seems like a really nice guy too. Some
guys have it all and he’s one of them. Get it!
Chris Persiva, mikedolbear.com
England’s premier drumming website
Question: How does one reconcile musicality and stunning technique? The answer: All the
indispensable technical advice on this dvd is given from a tremendously musical perspective.
Between chapters there are magical performances of the music Marko wrote for his band Sveti.
Quim Cabeza, Bateria Total, Spain
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