Amsterdam Klezmer Band ft. Han Bennink & Joris Roelofs
The Amsterdam Klezmer Band sets the tone worldwide for klezmer and Balkan music, often with an original twist. In the AKB-LAB series, in the Bimhuis, the band seeks inspiration from musicians from unexpected sources. This time, our guests are drummer Han Bennink and reed player Joris Roelofs, who form a proven improvisation duo. They subject the AKB to a thorough musical rearrangement.
Amsterdam Klezmer Band ft. Han Bennink & Joris Roelofs
About Amsterdam Klezmer Band, Han Bennink & Joris Roelofs
The Amsterdam Klezmer Band has been around for more than 25 years. Founded in Café De Nieuwe Lelie by frontman Job Chajes and bassist Jasper de Beer, the band grew into a multi-piece formation with a fantastic live reputation, from Paradiso and the Concertgebouw to Sziget and Lowlands. Han Bennink has been praised for more than 60 years for his pioneering spirit and extrovert drumming style. Joris Roelofs excels on various saxophones, clarinets and flutes. For example, he was the lead alto saxophonist with the Jazz Orchestra of the Concertgebouw for 15 years.
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Amsterdam Klezmer Band ft. Han Bennink & Joris Roelofs
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