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Award-winning composer and saxophonist Tobias Hoffmann leads his Jazz Orchestra in original orchestral jazz, celebrated for precision, inventive solos, and international acclaim. The Tobias Hoffmann Jazz Orchestra is a contemporary big band ensemble led by German‑born saxophonist, composer and arranger Tobias Hoffmann. Known for its richly textured and forward‑thinking large‑ensemble jazz, the Orchestra has quickly established itself as a distinctive voice in the European jazz scene. Hoffmann’s music blends original orchestral jazz compositions with improvisational freedom, drawing on contemporary big band tradition, European jazz aesthetics and wider influences from classical, rock and minimalism to create a cohesive, richly colored ensemble sound. Featuring a stellar line‑up of musicians from Graz, Vienna and Germany, the Orchestra has developed a high‑caliber ensemble identity, with sections that blend seamlessly and soloists who contribute inventive, expressive performances. The result is a sound that balances intellectual sophistication with emotional impact, appealing to both jazz connoisseurs and a broader audience. Critics have praised the group’s ensemble unity, compositional boldness, and richly layered orchestrations, often comparing its ambition and depth to that of established big bands while noting Hoffmann’s singular compositional voice.

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2018 hat sich die Funky Pilots Big Band e.V. in Ulm etabliert: rund 20 engagierte Musikerinnen und Musiker, die sich in der Liebe zu perfektem Sound, coolen Grooves und funky Tunes vereinen. Insbesondere durch den Anspruch der Künstler, Klassiker mit musikalischen Entwicklungen, die dem Puls der Zeit folgen, zu verbinden, stehen die Funky Pilots für eine große Bandbreite an Stilen. Egal, ob zarte Klänge oder geballte Bläser-Power, sanfte Rhythmen oder pochende Beats – dank der richtigen Mischung aus dem vielfältigen Jazz-Repertoire sind kurzweilige und abwechslungsreiche Konzerte vorprogrammiert. Musikalischer Leiter der Band ist Matthias Kamp.

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The MOBb Big Band was officially founded in August 2004 by a few friends with a passion for live music and entertainment. Originally established as a “fun band,” it evolved into a close-knit band with a full big band lineup after several highly successful open-air performances. The MOBb’s repertoire has since greatly expanded and diversified. From a “Tribute to Frank Sinatra or Michael Bublé,” a journey through 100 years of Jazz, to more recent works by well-known Jazz and big band composers, depending on the occasion, we immerse the audience in the atmosphere of a real jazz club with a live orchestra. And because sometimes it needs to be just that little bit more than purely instrumental performances, the MOBb also enjoys collaborating with famous soloists or singers. In short, entertainment guaranteed! Looking for a swinging idea for your party? Be sure to reach out to us, and we will explore the possibilities together!

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The Andrew Linham Jazz Orchestra is a contemporary big band playing the original music of saxophonist and composer Andrew Linham. They premiered their first album 'Weapons of Mass Distraction' in 2017 having formed in 2014 for the performance of two suites of music 'The Linferno Suite' (2013) and 'Theme Music of Anarchic Animals' (2015). They annually perform a 'Christ-Mess Extravaganza' at The Vortex, London and are a hidden gem on the London scene. Enjoying pastiche and wacky humour, this millenial big band is led with irreverance celebrating the wealth of diversity of style in the history of jazz. Downbeat said of them “The cleverly titled Weapons of Mass Distraction firmly establishes the Andrew Linham Jazz Orchestra has a signification addition to today’s big band scene and a group that deserves wider recognition at the international level.” Ed Enright, Downbeat Review (Editor’s Pick) December 2017

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Grammy®-winning composer, arranger, and band leader Brent Fischer credits his legendary father, Dr Clare Fischer, for creating a rich harmonic and orchestration palette that has become the Fischer brand. Brent directs the Fischer ensembles (quintet, big band, Latin Jazz Group, Orchestra) and has produced over ten albums to include: Grammy®-winning ¡Ritmo! (2012), "Pensiamento" from Music for Strings, Percussion and the Rest (2013). ¡Intenso! (2016), featured the CF Latin Jazz Big Band with guests Sheila E, and Roberta Gambarini. PICTURES is the latest vibrant Big Band album arranged, directed, and produced by Fischer featuring Larry Koonse, on guitar, Jamie Tate on drums, Quinn Johnson on keyboard. Woodwind and brass colors are played by Carl Saunders, Ron Stout, Michael Steever, Andy Martin, Scott Whitfield, Francisco Torres, Rob Hardt, Alex Budman and Kristen Edkins. Brent's credits appear on over 30 million albums to include: Usher, Michael Jackson, Prince, Elvis Costello & The Roots. Brent arranged the 2016 Grammy® win for R&B Song and Record of The Year for D'Angelo, "Really Love" from his album "Black Messiah". In 2019 Mr Fischer collaborated with Root’s drummer, Questlove on concert series presented in US and Europe by Live Nation Urban: 4U: A Symphonic Celebration of Prince. Music and Recordings available at https://clarefischer.com/ https://www.brentfischer.com/ http://www.studioexpresso.com/profi… contact: claris@westcoastjazznow.com