The fire of flamenco elements is taken to another level through colourful orchestration and the dynamic range of the Big Band.

In this symbiosis, characteristic flamenco harmonies and rhythms serve as a template for improvisation. Palmas, jaleos and phrygian chords provide a fresh folkloric context, launching jazz solos in a new direction.

The BvR Flamenco big band won first prize at the Meerjazz International Big Band Competition in 2014 and the Keep an Eye on Jazz records competition in 2015 . Their critically acclaimed debut album “Jaleo Holandés” was released at the 2015 Flamenco Biennale featuring Martijn Vink and Miguel Rodriguez.

Live shows also see the flamenco dance dimension represented, featuring varying guest bailaoras, among them Cristina Hall, Mathilde Anton and Irene Alvarez.

As well various international tours, they have performed at the Netherland’s major venues and festivals like Rotterdam International Jazz Festival, Bimhuis, North Sea Jazz festival, de Doelen, Jazz in Duketown, Amersfoort Jazz and Grachten Festival.

Rhythm

Guest dancers