AARHUS JAZZ FESTIVAL
July 13 - 20 2024
Aarhus Jazz Orchestra – South African Big Band Nights ((DK/UK/ZA)) - Photo:

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Aarhus Jazz Orchestra – South African Big Band Nights ((DK/UK/ZA))

20:00

Happy Motha, Bongikosi Motha, Linda Thobela and Bubele Mgele (voc), Lulu Mlangeni (dance), TBA (a-sax, s-sax, fl, cl), Johan Toftegaard (a-sax, fl, cl), Michael Bladt (t-sax, flute, cl) and Cesar Joaniquet (t-sax, fl, cl), Michael Olsen (bar-sax, b-cl), Marius Haltli (trp), TBA, Jakob Buchanan and TBA (trp), Stefan Ringive, TBA and Niels Jacob Nørgaard (trb), Henrik Resen (b-trb), Mads Bærentzen (p), TBA (g), Morten Ramsbøl (b), Morten Lund and Steve Argüelles (drm), Julian Argüelles (cond)

Fusion of big band jazz and African song and dance.
True to tradition, Aarhus Jazz Orchestra hosts an extravagant concert experience at Ridehuset during Aarhus Jazz Festival.
This year, Aarhus' big band hosts a marvellous holistic experience, where big band jazz fuses with South African song and dance under the name South African Big Band Nights.
Audiences will experience the award-winning saxophonist and composer Julian Argüelles, who is particularly known for his work with South African music. He brings along one of the finest South African vocal groups, IComplete. They represent the traditional Isicathamiya singing style, which stems from South African Zulus, and represents South African culture with its intense sound and multiple vocals. Although the name might be unfamiliar to most people, you might recognise the sound as it gained popularity in the 70s and onwards. For example, Paul Simon performed with South African vocal groups.
We will also witness the fantastic South African dancer Lulu Mlangeni, who performs on stage with the band. Her dancing is based on the traditional Xhosa tradition, which is one of the most lively manifestations of South African heritage.
Both IComplete and Lulu Mlangeni visit Aarhus directly from Johannesburg. Join the concert and witness the sound of big band music fused with South African rhythms, vocals, and dance moves.
The stage is set for another great experience for this year's Ridehuset Swings.


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Aarhus Jazz Festival

Godsbanen, Skovgaardsgade 3

DK-8000 Aarhus C