MiXMONK

Robin Verheyen and Bram De Looze are without a doubt among the most prominent figures of the contemporary Belgian jazz scene. Born musicians, true virtuosos on their instruments, composers with a vision and band leaders who each mapped out their own idiosyncratic path. Throughout this process, they both ended up with – how could it be otherwise – Thelonious Monk. Verheyen and De Looze have understood all too well that the colossal influence of this founder of modern jazz translates mainly into creative playfulness and casual experimentation.

At the request of BOZAR, they added an extra dimension to their collaboration: the duo became a trio with the phenomenal drummer Joey Baron. To say that his CV reads like a who's who of modern jazz is an understatement. In addition to his own solo albums, Baron played a crucial role in projects ranging from the infectiously energetic Masada with John Zorn, Dave Douglas and Greg Cohen to the intimate, nostalgic Jakob Bro trio, with collaborations with Bill Frisell, John Abercrombie, Fred Hersch, Toots Thielemans and Joe Lovano, among others.

MiXMONK is a great opportunity and a must see for every true music lover.