June 19, 2019 · Team HG
On June 20, 21, and 22, Groningen can once again enjoy itself to the fullest, as the festive 25th edition of Swingin’ Groningen takes place. In 2019, the audience will again be treated to crossovers of jazz, funk, soul, and groove.
On Thursday, June 20, the festival kicks off with the Swingin’ Groningen Northern European Jazz Talent Contest. Jazz talents from 5 European conservatories compete for the title and a cash prize.
Afterwards, visitors can enjoy two evenings full of swinging music with: New Cool Collective feat. Matt Bianco, The Preacher Men, Steffen Morrison, James & Black, Antwerp Gipsy-Ska Orchestra, Ntjam Rosie, Smilin’ Osei, Woodgrain, Lex Jaspers presents Marjorie Barnes, Vincent Koning & Frans van Geest, Bufo Sanna, Deejay Irie feat. MC Sherlock, Jerome Hol, Samual Jack, Hiske Oosterwijk Band, The Woods and Something about Sanna.
With the musical lineup on Thursday and Friday evenings, the program is not yet complete! The entire Saturday from 11:00 AM is also entirely dedicated to music! Featuring, among others, the 7th edition of StadsKabaal, The Swingin’ Experience, Jazz Train, and the PCC Big Band.
Who will be crowned Jazz Talent of the Year this year? The conservatories of Aarhus (Denmark), Stockholm (Sweden), Tallinn (Estonia), Hamburg (Germany), and Groningen are sending their top talents to this exciting musical competition. The Groningen representative will be determined on Tuesday evening, June 18, during the Local Pre-Round, a thrilling competition for the final spot between candidates nominated by the Prins Claus Conservatorium. Location: De Smederij.
StadsKabaal returns this year on Saturday, June 22: a concert featuring dozens of children, young people, and adults at the Waagplein. Together with partners Prins Claus Conservatorium, BIJ VRIJDAG, and the schools in Groningen, we are tackling this on a grand scale! A unique opportunity to let children and young people from diverse socio-cultural backgrounds create something beautiful together.
