Striving to cement Madison as the capital of Gypsy Jazz in the Midwest, the Midwest Midwinter Gypsy Swing Festival, where Wisconians can immerse in this unique European music. This festival's lineup features some unique performances, including a rare duo performance by Amsterdam's Robin Nolan and Chicago's Alfonso Ponticelli on Friday. Both of their respective bands will also take the stage Saturday. Also on tap, another "home team" with the premiere performance in Madison of The Hot Club of Detroit in the headlining slot on Saturday.

The Midwest Midwinter Gypsy Swing Festival
Friday February 8th and Saturday February 9th, 2008, 8:30pm

The Brink Lounge
701 E. Washington Ave.
Madison, WI
608-661-8589

FEATURING:
The Hot Club OF Detroit -- (Detroit, MI)
"The key to the group's success is that they value both the sound and spirit of Reinhardt and are able to capture some of each."
Stephen Thomas Erlewine - All Music Guide

Robin Nolan Trio -- (Amsterdam)
"One of today's smoothest and most soulful Gypsy guitarists"
David McCarthy -- Acoustic Guitar Magazine

Alfonso Ponticelli and Swing Gitan -- (Chicago)
"Django Reinhardt clearly is alive and well and swinging in Chicago."
Howard Reich, Chicago Tribune

Also featuring performances by great Madison bands:
Harmonious Wail and Caravan Gypsy Swing Ensemble

Friday 2/8, 8:30
Caravan Gypsy Swing Ensemble
Harmonious Wail
Robin Nolan & Alfonso Ponticelli Duo with Ted Gottsegan(Rhythm Guitar) John Christianson(Bass)

Saturday 2/9, 2pm workshops
Lead and rhythm guitar workshops are to be held on Saturday (2/9) 2:00. Robin Nolan and Alfonzo Ponticelli will teach the art of Gypsy Jazz guitar. Ted Gottsegan will be on hand to teach "LePomp" rhythm technique

8:30 Swing Gitan
Robin Nolan Trio with Ted Gottsegan(Rhythm Guitar) John Christianson(Bass)
Hot Club of Detroit closing with a grande finale jam

Contact Chris Ruppenthal (608)217-2758 or for reservations and details.

Posted by Ted at January 29, 2008 5:48 AM