THE BIG FIVE FEAT. NICOLLE ROCHELLE
Nicolle Rochelle, vocals | Laurin Habert, sax baritone & clarinet | Daniel Duspiwa, tenor saxophone | Johannes Böhmer, trumpet | Andrej Hermlin, piano | Leo Gerstner, percussion | Jack Latimer, guitar | Malte Tönissen, bass
The Big Five we dance lindy hop to the fiery rhythm of 1930s and 1940s Jazz
Inspired by the hot, wild sounds of Harlem and Chicago Jazz of the 1930s and 1940s, The Big Five have established themselves as the most authentic Berlin combo of the Swing era. Combining a sweeping rhythm section, a fiery wind front line, and dynamic arrangements, this international band thoroughly explores the lesser-known repertoire of the golden age of Swing, without neglecting a focus on original compositions. The lineup adapts with versatility, ranging from quintet to septet. In Ascona, the band will have a special guest in Nicolle Rochelle, a singer and lindy hop dancer who will also be featured at the festival with The Jungle Jazz Band. Lovers of Jazz and retro dancing: The Big Five are for you, these Swing virtuosos will not fail to make you wild with joy!