MOVEMBER – EVERY MONDAY IN NOVEMBER
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 4 TO MONDAY, NOVEMBER 25 AT 21:00
During November, tune in at 21:00 every Monday on Stingray DJAZZ to witness Movember, where exceptional jazz artists will be featured. On November 4, immerse yourself in one of the all-time greatest and most important bandleaders of the swing era, Count Basie. Basie's orchestra was characterized by a light, swinging rhythm section that he led from the piano, lively ensemble work, and generous soloing. His instrument was his band, which was considered the epitome of swing and deeply influenced jazz. On November 11, explore the revolutionary sounds of American soul jazz singer and organist Jackie Davis. His infectious enthusiasm and dynamic musicianship make his audience grow increasingly excited as he performs “I Got Rhythm”, “Satin Doll”, “Yesterday”, “Smack Dab In The Middle”, and “It Ain’t Necessarily So”. On November 18, witness the fusion of jazz with electronic instruments in the performance of Joe Zawinul. The Austrian jazz keyboardist and composer is best known for co-founding the jazz fusion band Weather Report, where his innovative use of synthesizers and his composition "Birdland" remain iconic in jazz history. On November 25, experience the work of Keith Jarrett, a highly influential jazz pianist and composer known for his improvisational skill and expressive solo performances. Jarrett's style blends jazz, classical, and world music elements, and he is renowned for his emotive playing and distinctive vocalizations while performing.
Count Basie and his Orchestra live in Charleroi
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 4 AT 21:00
Count Basie is one of the most important bandleaders of the swing era. With the exception of a brief period in the early '50s, he led a big band from 1935 until his death almost 50 years later. Basie's orchestra was characterized by a light, swinging rhythm section that he led from the piano, lively ensemble work, and generous soloing. Basie was not a composer like Duke Ellington or an important soloist like Benny Goodman. His instrument was his band, which was considered the epitome of swing and deeply influenced jazz. In this 1961 concert recording, Count Basie takes the stage in Charleroi.
Jackie Davis in concert in Brussels
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 11 AT 21:00
American soul jazz singer and organist Jackie Davis (1920-1999) contributed greatly to the popularity of the Hammond B3 organ in jazz, preceding even the great Jimmy Smith. Seen here during an intimate solo performance in Brussels in 1967, we get to enjoy Davis’ every musical twist and lyrical turn. His infectious enthusiasm and dynamic musicianship make his audience grow increasingly excited as he performs “I Got Rhythm”, “Satin Doll”, “Yesterday”, “Smack Dab In The Middle”, and “It Ain’t Necessarily So”. Davis’ spellbinding vocals invite his audience on a musical journey. Get ready to let yourself be carried away by Jackie Davis, recorded live in Brussels!
Joe Zawinul - Münchner Klaviersommer
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 18 AT 21:00
'Münchner Klaviersommer' was an annual concerts series that took place from 1981 to 1998 in Munich, Germany. Although the festival's name suggests a strong focus on piano music, it featured countless famous musicians from jazz and classical music – not just pianists. In 1985, Viennese keyboardist Joe Zawinul was one of the artists appearing at this festival. Zawinul performed on a huge synthesizer outfit in this concert, recorded live at the Kongressaal in Munich, Germany.
Keith Jarrett - Estival Jazz Lugano
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 25 AT 21:00
Lugano Estival Jazz is an annual open-air music festival that takes place over five days at the picturesque city of Lugano, Switzerland. Since 1979, this musical Mecca has been a must-attend event for all jazz and world music fans worldwide. On July 3, 1986, American pianist and composer Keith Jarrett is joined by bassist Gary Peacock and drummer Jack DeJohnette at Estival Jazz Lugano. Known as the Standards Trio, they put on an enthralling performance that shows these master musicians at their best.
