Embark on a musical journey with DR Big Band as they deliver exhilarating performances across a series of upcoming events. From the festive 'Christmas in DR Big Band' to the nostalgic 'DR Big Band's New Year's concert' with Curtis Stigers, and the futuristic sounds of 'DR Big Band Sessions', this Nordic ensemble promises an unforgettable experience. Each concert, hosted at the iconic DR Koncerthuset and Amager Bio, showcases the ensemble's signature blend of tradition and innovation, featuring a stellar lineup of artists and conductors that bring the vibrant Danish jazz scene to life.

Captivating Performances: A Nordic Jazz Adventure with DR Big Band

Our Nordic Christmas is full of traditions and melodies that we have borrowed from other countries and cultures.

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Christmas in DR Big Band

DR Koncerthuset

The code word for this musical summit in DR Koncerthuset's Studio 2 is the old West Norwegian word: Estasette!

DR Big Band presents Helge Sunde

The American trumpeter Freddie Hubbard was for almost half a century at the top of American and international jazz.

DR Big Band - Freddie Hubbard revisited

How do you celebrate a band that has been at the forefront of the beat for 60 years and has been connected to most of the international jazz scene?

DR Big Band 60 years - Jazz Gala

The DR Big Band turns 60 in 2024, and it must be celebrated in a way that resonates far into the future.

DR Big Band 60 years XL - LX

If you don't already know, you just have to listen to the Swedish world trombonist Nils "Nisse" Landgren. When he blows one of his homeland's beautiful melodies on his iconic red trombone, time stands still - until he opens up his huge arsenal of jazzy and funky expressions, which infect everyone who listens.

DR Big Band & Nils Landgren

The concert will feature three visiting musicians from Denmark—a Berklee alum and members of the Danish Radio Big Band. The evening will focus on Scandinavian jazz which is rooted in the long history of traditional folk songs. 
Compositions and arrangements by the leader as well as the visiting artists.

The Sound of Scandinavian Jazz

David Friend Recital Hall

Together with the American star crooner Curtis Stigers, the DR Big Band revives the spirit of the 1950s and 1960s, led by the American conductor Dennis Mackrel, who himself was in Count Basie's big band.

DR Big Band's New Year's concert

What will the Danish jazz scene of the future sound like - and who will set the tone in the coming years?

DR Big Band Sessions

'Miraculous', 'fantastic' and 'almost too good to be true.' That's what Politiken wrote when Heise last performed with the DR Big Band in the Koncerthuset.

DR Big Band & Mathias Heise

Last season, the DR Big Band almost blew the roof off the DR Koncerthuset with Steely Dan's juicy jazz harmony, funky beats and razor-sharp winds. Now it's happening again - with the same terrific guest artists and even more new events!

DR Big Band loves Steely Dan

Amager Bio

Listening to Jørgen Emborg's melodic universe is like receiving a warm embrace.

DR Big Band

11 - 12 Jan, 2025

DR Big Band's New Year's concert

Jan 24, 2025

DR Big Band Sessions

Feb 2, 2025

DR Big Band & Mathias Heise

Feb 20, 2025

DR Big Band loves Steely Dan

Mar 14, 2025

DR Big Band & Jørgen Emborg's melodies

14 - 15 Dec, 2024

Christmas in DR Big Band

Nov 29, 2024

DR Big Band presents Helge Sunde

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