Five saxophones and rhythm section – a classic in jazz. Paul Heller and Marcus Bartelt present their brand new Cologne version of this sound, inspired by legendary ensembles like Supersax, which in the 1970s transformed the virtuosic solos of Charlie Parker into spectacular section sound. The ensemble spans almost three generations: alongside the two bandleaders stand Hubert Nuss and Stefan Pfeifer, two companions of many decades, connected with some of the rising stars of the local scene.

The program brings together arrangements and compositions by the participating musicians, harmonizations of spectacular solos by their favorite saxophonists and more – an explosive ensemble with guaranteed high energy.

Line-up:

Stefan Pfeifer-Galilea (alto saxophone, soprano saxophone)

Pascal Bartoszak (alto saxophone)

Paul Heller (tenor saxophone)

Lennart Allekemper (tenor saxophone)

Marcus Bartelt (baritone saxophone)

Hubert Nuss (piano)

Tristan Sorg (bass)

Dominik Raab (drums)