Guitarist Angelo Debarre was born in the vibrant Saint-Denis neighborhood outside Paris. Growing up in a Romani family, he began playing the music of Django Reinhardt at an early age. Today, Angelo is one of the greatest legends of Swing Manouche, and his performances are infused with energy and skill that evoke deep emotions in the audience. With his virtuosity and dynamic stage presence, he has captivated audiences all over Europe. Angelo is praised by both Romani and non-Romani musicians for his ability to carry on Django Reinhardt’s musical legacy.
With several albums and performances on prestigious stages such as Birdland, Samois-sur-Seine, Sancy Snow Jazz, and Jazz O Palais Albi, Angelo has earned widespread recognition and admiration. His outstanding technique, expressive playing, and innate musicality have inspired musicians around the world.
Violinist Hady Mouallem, originally from the Netherlands but now residing in France, was called a child prodigy from an early age. When none other than Stéphane Grappelli heard him play, he was so impressed that he invited Hady to perform with him. Grappelli became Hady's mentor for a time, something that is clearly reflected in his playing style. Hady has recorded several albums and toured with renowned artists such as Jimmy Rosenberg, Fapy Lafertin, Robin Nolan, and Reinier Voet.
Swing up Quartet:
Mikael Cinthio – wind instruments and vocals
Mats Berg – double bass
Erkand Morina – guitar
Giovanni Andriotti – guitar
Jean ”Django” Reinhardt (1910.01.23-1953.05.16)
He is considered by many to be the world's greatest guitarist and the first European to contribute to jazz music. As a jazz guitarist, he is undoubtedly the greatest of all time and the creator of the jazz genre commonly known as gypsy jazz or jazz manouche, named after a French word that means "Roma." As a guitarist, Reinhardt has influenced not only most of the jazz guitarists who followed him but also rock musicians like Eric Clapton, Jerry Garcia, and Tony Iommi, as well as country veteran Willie Nelson.