Jazz Orchestra of the Concertgebouw conducted by Dennis Mackrel & Anna Serierse
'It don't mean a thing if it ain't got that swing' - It is one of the many hits of jazz legend Duke Ellington, but 'The Duke' was also heavily inspired by classical music and brought jazz and symphony orchestra closer together.
Now, 50 years after his death, we as a jazz orchestra look back on The Duke's versatile oeuvre. Besides Grieg's Peer Gynt Suite you will also hear the many classics he recorded with Ella Fitzgerald, performed in this concert by Edison-winning young jazz vocalist Anna Serierse. Ellington's influence on contemporary jazz will also be explored with a number of young jazz talents. The concert will be conducted by American conductor Dennis Mackrel. Whether you are a jazz fan or a lover of classical music, this concert is not to be missed!
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About Jazz Orchestra of the Concertgebouw
The Jazz Orchestra of the Concertgebouw belongs to the absolute top big bands in Europe. It presents a strong vision on and respect for music in all its forms, played by a world-class rhythm section and brass sections. The JOC bears the name of the Royal Concertgebouw in Amsterdam, the only concert hall in the world that, in addition to a classical orchestra, also has a jazz orchestra attached to its name.
The JOC has worked with a wide variety of international guest soloists, from Roy Hargrove to Chick Corea, Branford Marsalis to Oleta Adams, Jose James to Jazzmeia Horn.
Having toured all over the world at all the large festivals and in the most beautiful jazz clubs - from Birdland New York to North Sea Jazz Capetown, from Tokyo to Moscow and from Rio to Budapest - the JOC is also highly respected internationally.
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