Robert Jukic Invites Reini Schmoelzer • Heavy Hitters
Robert Jukic (b) ; Reini Schmoelzer (dr) ; Jean-Paul Estievenart (trp) ; Bram De Looze (p) ; Sam Comerford (ts)
A unique concert. As part of his carte blanche, bassist Robert Jukic, who delighted us last month with two exceptional concerts alongside a formidable line-up, returns this time with Reini Schmoelzer, widely regarded as one of the leading drummers in Austria.
Around this powerful rhythm section are three of the most compelling musicians on the Brussels and European scenes: the ever-essential Jean-Paul Estiévenart, a trumpeter no serious jazz listener can ignore; Bram De Looze, arguably the most outstanding piano talent of his generation; and Sam Comerford, an Irish saxophonist who impresses at every turn with his creativity and unique approach to sound.
A quintet whose deep musical connections allow for complete trust — and whose one-off configuration may well lead the musicians to surprise even themselves, much to our delight.
Standards and original compositions are on the menu for a moment that will only exist tonight. Don’t miss it.
Made possible with the support of the Austrian Cultural Forum in Brussels.