Kolsimcha - 40th Anniversary Concert Kolsimcha

Description

Kolsimcha takes its audience on a sonorous journey across Europe – from the sensual melodies of Greece through the pulsating rhythms of the Balkans, through the musical traditions of Eastern Europe and Germany down to Granada, the heart of Andalusia.

The music builds bridges between cultures: virtuosic themes meet Sephardic tonal colors, oriental ornamentation merges with Central European elegance, emotional depth combines with artistic precision.

For many years, Kolsimcha has delighted with a unique musical language that combines classical, klezmer, and jazz into a distinctive soundscape. Virtuosic improvisations, lyrical melodies, and captivating rhythms create ever-new musical landscapes.

In the current program, the ensemble presents new repertoire, including works like “On a Trip to Nowhere,” “Tango in Sevilla,” “Balkan Groove,” and “Milonga,” complemented by selected pieces from the band's long-standing concert repertoire.

Sometimes passionate and full of energy, sometimes poetic and touching – the five musicians create an intense concert experience that entertains, moves, and inspires equally.

Kolsimcha:
Michael Heitzler – Clarinet
Pirmin Grehl – Flute
Olivier Truan – Piano
Thomas Lähns – Bass
Christoph Staudenmann – Drums

Highlights

• Anniversary concert for the 40th anniversary of Kolsimcha
• Musical journey through Europe with influences from Greece, the Balkans, Eastern Europe, and Andalusia
• Virtuosic improvisations and cross-genre soundscapes

General Information

The concert takes place at Theater Fauteuil in Basel and features the ensemble Kolsimcha with its diverse repertoire. The program includes new pieces as well as well-known works that combine classical, klezmer, and jazz elements. The event offers an intense musical experience for lovers of culturally diverse music.

Location

Spalenberg 12, 4051 Basel, Schweiz

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