At the end of November, the Elements Jazz Quartet, which traveled especially from Paris, took the audience on a musical journey through the history of jazz. With a blend of swing, bebop, and modern sounds from the 1960s, this renowned ensemble brought a touch of Parisian elegance to the foyer of the Rheinhalle in Remagen while also opening the new classical concert season.
The connection with the Elements Jazz Quartet was established by Frank von Häfen, the director of the Remagen Music School, who personally welcomed the quartet to the Rheinhalle.
Arnaud Quercy (piano), Romain Courty (percussion), Elliot Langlois (double bass), and Pierre-Alexis Courty (guitar) impressed the audience with a versatile and dynamic program, featuring harmonic masterpieces by Duke Ellington, Miles Davis, and Charlie Parker, as well as the visionary sounds of Herbie Hancock. The musicians, who trained at prestigious institutions such as the American School of Modern Music and the Paris College of Music, skillfully showcased their expertise with atmospheric playing and subtle interaction.
As one looked across the audience, heads were nodding, and feet were tapping to the rhythm. The enthusiastic audience demanded several encores at the end of the concert. Accordingly, another performance by the Elements Jazz Quartet has already been planned for the 2026/2027 season.
For the first time, the new Remagen city wine was served during the concert. The dry Blanc de Noir from the Mayschoss winegrowers’ cooperative was very well received and perfectly rounded off the concert experience. Those still looking for a Christmas gift can purchase the new Remagen city wine as Blanc de Noir or Spätburgunder, available with various decorative labels, at the Remagen Tourist Information Center.
Tickets for the upcoming New Year’s Concert on January 10, 2025, are available for €25 (reduced price: €23) at the Remagen Tourist Information Center and online at www.reservix.de.
Press Release, City of Remagen
Photo: City of Remagen | Carina Voigt
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