Photographer: Nienke de Groot Ronald Douglas & Rob van Bavel: A Life in Songs Two artists, one story Two outstanding artists with impressive careers began collaborating in the 1990s. Although they followed different musical paths, singer Ronald Douglas and pianist Rob van Bavel continue to find each other time and again. On Sunday afternoon, […]
ESTHER VAN HEES Chet Baker: a timeless inspiration With his unique voice and storytelling trumpet style, Chet Baker performed jazz standards so exquisitely that they became forever associated with him. Who doesn’t immediately think of Chet Baker upon hearing “My Funny Valentine,” “Alone Together,” or “How Deep Is the Ocean?” Tribute in a special setting […]
Photographer: Francesca Patella ICP Orchestra Legendary and unpredictable: the ICP Orchestra The Instant Composers Pool (ICP) Orchestra has been a household name for decades. Founded in 1967 by drummer Han Bennink and pianist/composer Misha Mengelberg, this versatile ensemble remains one of the most creative groups in modern jazz. Although Mengelberg passed away in 2017, […]
Photographer: Nico Brons Alex Rossi & David Golek From blues to jazz: Alex Rossi Alex Rossi is a versatile harmonica player who developed his own technique and has grown into an internationally acclaimed musician in jazz and blues. At a young age, he performed at festivals and collaborated with leading names in the blues […]
fotograaf: Peter van Gelderen. FARIDA MERVILLE & FRIENDS From Suriname to the Amsterdam dance scene Singer/songwriter/producer Farida Merville was born on April 4, 1967, in Suriname and grew up both in the Netherlands and Suriname. “The Girl From Amsterdam” started singing at the age of 17 with her grandfather’s band (“De Vrolijke Jeugd”). In […]
Yvonne Weijers raakt harten met jazz, latin Yvonne Weijers: Jazz en Latin met Klasse Yvonne Weijers en haar band spelen smooth jazz en swingende latin zoals je het graag wilt horen. Met haar prachtige heldere stem weet Yvonne haar publiek te raken. Ze kiest feilloos de nummers die bij haar passen. Jazzstandards, bossanova, rumba en […]
Reservations are required to attend this performance: +31 20 489 80 00 Veerle van der Wal Invites Young Talent at Red Light Jazz For every edition of Red Light Jazz, bassist Veerle van der Wal brings young, talented musicians to De Bakkerswinkel on Warmoesstraat. This year, she presents a quartet consisting of two Scandinavian saxophonists […]
Jack Rosies Van Camden Market naar Red Light Jazz: Jack Rosies brengt feelgood vibes naar Amsterdam De Britse singer songwriter Jack Rosies wist met meer dan 400 shows in onder andere het Verenigd Koninkrijk, Frankrijk, Duitsland en Australië een indrukwekkende live reputatie op te bouwen. Met zijn stijl acoustic pop meets jazz combineert hij aanstekelijke […]
LORIJN VON PIEKARTZ INVITES Cheyenne Toney LORIJN VON PIEKARTZ INVITES … Guitarist Lorijn von Piekartz, known for his work with artists such as Maan, Jett Rebel, The Voice, Shirma Rouse, and many more, will present a brand-new Unplugged Session every day during the 13th edition of Red Light Jazz at the Lounge Bar of the […]
Joan Fort & Rob van Bavel Generations in harmony When Spanish guitarist Joan Fort Nieto and pianist Rob van Bavel share the stage, decades of experience blend with the fresh energy of a new generation. Their duo presents jazz deeply rooted in tradition, yet constantly surprising with a personal and contemporary approach — a meeting […]
