SBAcoustic presents the John Jorgenson Gypsy Jazz
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Date & Time
Wed, Jan 05 7:35 PM - 9:00 PM
Address (map)
1221 State St.
Venue (website)
SOhO Restaurant & Music Club
The John Jorgenson Gypsy Jazz Quintet will open their first US tour in many months at SOhO on January 5, 2022, for a one-night-only, limited seating, never to be repeated, roof-raising concert.
Jorgenson’s dynamic Quintet and its authentic gypsy jazz – the string-driven swing created by “Django” Reinhardt and Stephane Grappelli in 1930s Paris – has been hailed the “U.S. ambassadors of gypsy jazz.” His Quintet is the only American act to ever headline the prestigious Django Reinhardt Memorial Festival in France and has been featured at “Djangofests” in the US, UK, Germany, and Canada. Jorgenson’s compositions for the Quintet additionally draw in elements from Latin, Romanian, Classical, Rock, and Greek music. One of the elite gypsy jazz players in the world, he portrayed Django Reinhardt in the film “Head in the Clouds”.
John is a music virtuoso across multiple genres, known for his exquisite licks and world-class musicianship on acoustic guitar, bouzouki, clarinet, and vocals for this show as well as mandolin, saxophone, and pedal steel. He has contributed to numerous GRAMMY®-winning and platinum-selling albums. The Quintet includes the incredible Rory Hoffman on guitar, piano, and accordion along with three additional distinguished musicians: Casey Driscoll on violin, Simon Planting on bass, and Rick Reed on percussion.
“A mix of soulful romance and rollicking celebration, with Jorgenson’s fingers a blur that created avalanches of notes and chords, his dazzling prowess often caused listeners to gasp at the speed and sound…” – All About Jazz
“Jorgenson’s dexterity, speed, and beauty on acoustic guitar were astonishing, and one could only watch in awe…I struggle to think of a more accomplished guitarist I have seen on stage.” – No Depression
“John Jorgenson has insanely fast fingers – they’re nothing but a blur when he’s notes-deep into a song.” – NPR
Reserved seats are just $35 at https://www.sohosb.com/events/sb-acoustic-presents-john-jorgenson-gypsy-jazz
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