Called a “one of the Boston music scene's most valuable players” by The Art Fuse, Julian Loida is a percussionist, composer, and producer. Loida’s musical curiosity and open-mindedness has propelled him towards a wide-range of sounds, genres, and artistic endeavors. He’s performed jazz, folk, and classical, collaborating with dancers, visual artists, songwriters/composers, and musicians of all stripes. Growing in St. Louis in an Irish-Catholic Church with his Irish grandmother, he never thought twice about celebrating his Irish heritage, but it wasn't until his grandma Bridget passed away that he realized the impact she had left on him. Julian's new mini-documentary, brings together his vibraphone and poetic storytelling with dancer Kieran Jordan that culminates into a vulnerable glimpse into his life, his grandmother's journey, and their relationship.

View mini-doc: My Gentle Harp