2009 programme of Patrimonio's guitar nights |
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saturday july 25 - Gypsy Night |  |
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Stochelo Rosenberg
Romane
Dorado Schmitt
Tchavolo Schmitt
Richard Manetti
David Reinhardt
Costel Nitescu
Marc-Michel Le Bevillon
All in all, Gypsy Night in Patrimonio is even greater than the sum of musicians that make its parts. History has taught us that when these top flight manouche musicians get together at the “Guitar Nights”, a special vibe sets in making the musicians play beyond themselves, rendering the evening something to remember for years to come. |
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Stochelo Rosenberg is the main man behind the highly renowned Rosenberg Trio. His talent is supreme and his unique tremolo style punctuates impressive musical flourishes, clearly demonstrating that technique and emotion are not mutually exclusive. When tackling more traditional themes, he pays homage to Charlie Parker, Stevie Wonder or Jimmy Smith, all ‘swinged up’ in true gypsy style with a smattering of emotion, a slice of fun, and just a smidgeon of insanity.
He’s one of the guitarists who has contributed the most to the renewal of manouche jazz, be it in Europe or elsewhere. He’s an inspirational composer, oozing with heartfelt, natural and profound melodies. His style is a marriage of warmth, rigour and dexterity making him a role model for thousands of young guitarists.
Another exceptional guitar player, he ranks alongside the likes of Tchavalo as one of the ultimate references on the manouche musical landscape. His musical approach is full of tenderness and nuance. Through his great creativity he has enriched manouche music with oodles of charm and emotion such as in the piece ‘Bossa Dorado’ that has since become a classic. He’s also a very competent violinist and is equipped with an expressive and captivating voice to boot.
Tchavolo Schmitt is one of manouche music’s main ambassadors. The manner in which he attacks his poor guitar is absolutely spellbinding, while the brilliance of his swing, the frenzy of his waltzes and the overall emotion that emanates from each of his notes, all pay homage to the generous and endearing man that he is.
Richard Manetti, the son of Romane, is a passionate musician, gushing with infectious energy and who has added his personal contribution to his manouche heritage. 
David Reinhardt is the grandson of Django and the much missed Babik Reinhardt. From his father he inherited swing and a refined sense of melody that gets him regularly invited to all the major jazz events around Europe.
Costel Nitescu, a gypsy violinist virtuoso from Romania, and one of the best around (the other being Florin Niculescu). Equipped with wild flare, vigorous sonic attacks, restrained emotion, swing … yep, he’s got what it takes to please even the most demanding ear.
A master of the 5 string double bass and close colleague of composer and musician, Michel Legrand, his role tends to go way beyond simple musical accompaniment. He’s a marvelous creator and improviser.| Association "Les Nuits de la Guitare" - BP 12 - 20253 Patrimonio Tél : (33) (0)495 37 12 15, Fax : (33) (0)495 37 12 21 - Design : © Frédéric Dupertuys 2006 |