Jazz meets Classic "Bach & Ellington"

In the organizer's words:

STEPHAN HOLSTEIN TRIO

Stephan Holstein clarinet, bass clarinet
Thomas Stabenow double bass
Tizian Jost piano

Three jazz musicians trace their classical roots in a fascinating way.
Arrangements of compositions by masters such as Bach, Brahms, Schumann, Bartok and Grieg are on the ambitious program of these three internationally renowned musicians, which they know how to combine with their art of improvisation in an exciting and virtuoso manner.

This is complemented by "Jazz Classics" from the pens of Ellington, Gershwin and their own compositions.

Over the years, they have enjoyed success with these pieces at many international festivals, including Schloss Elmau and the Leipzig Bach Festival. Classical music and jazz enter into a lively and unique liaison here.

"The fascinating thing is that the trio respects the gesture of the originals and yet interprets them
convincingly from the spirit of jazz. This trio music is enjoyable and seriously cheerful in the best sense of the word....."
RONDO Magazine

Program

Arrangements of Bach, Brahms, Schumann, Bartok and Grieg. "Jazz Classics" by Ellington, Gershwin and original compositions