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JAVIER ROJO 5TET | JAZZNIGHT BY JAZZKOLLEKTIV
20:30 Uhr Opener Band (Kollekte): JAVIER ROJO 5TET
21:30 Uhr Open Jazz Jam
The quintet, born at the prestigious Jazzcampus in Basel (Switzerland), is a vibrant ensemble that combines a profound passion for jazz with exceptional talent. Comprising Javier Rojo (saxophone), Álvaro Ocón (trumpet), Noé Sécula (piano), Joan Codina (double bass), and Genius Wesley (drums), this group of young virtuosos offers a captivating and soulful musical experience, as consistently recognized by audiences during their tours and by critics following the release of their debut album.
The quintet’s repertoire consists of original music composed by Javier and other members of the band. Their collective musicality blends a wide array of timbres and textures, creating immersive soundscapes that deeply resonate with listeners. Melody takes center stage, drawing influences from classic jazz to avant-garde sounds, while also incorporating elements of classical music, flamenco, and pop. This rich tapestry of influences is conveyed through the group’s vibrant energy, rhythmic dynamism, and the interplay among its musicians—a hallmark of their artistry. Improvisation flows naturally, fostering spontaneous and dynamic musical dialogues. After years of playingtogether, their camaraderie is unmistakable, resulting in a profound connection with their audience.
In June 2024, the band embarked on a tour spanning over fifteen days in Spain, performing at venues such as Jimmy Glass (Valencia),
Clarence Jazz Club (Torremolinos), El Matador (Madrid), Ool Ya Koo (Granada), La Polivalente (Málaga), and El Despertar (Madrid). The
tour culminated in the recording of their debut album, Música Para Amansar Fieras. This milestone represents a turning point in their
journey, solidifying their place in the European jazz scene.
The new album was premiered in the fall of 2024 in cities across Switzerland and Spain, including Madrid, Barcelona, Basel, and
Guadalajara, with performances in venues like the Buero Vallejo Theater in Guadalajara during its Jazz Festival, where they played to anaudience of over 700 people. The concert received such an enthusiastic response that more than 80 albums were sold on-site.
Throughout 2025, the quintet will continue presenting the album in various European countries. The last tour where in cities such as
Seville, Granada, and Algeciras, where they premiered new songs (some of which you can find in the links on the last page) from what
will be their second album. The new material was very well received and successful among the audience.
The band’s dedication to music and the arts, coupled with their constant pursuit of innovation, makes them a unique and irresistible
proposition.
Javier Rojo: Tenor Sax
Alvaro Ocon: trumpet
Genius Wesley: Drums
Joan Codina: Bass
Noe Secula: Piano
Die Sessions finden jeden Donnerstag im Schall und Rauch statt.
Um 20:30 Uhr spielt eine Opening Band, anschliessend beginnt die Jam Session für die Basler Jazz Szene.
Der Abend beginnt mit einer Opener-Band, die das Publikum mit jazzigen Klängen
begeistert. Anschließend laden offene Live-Jazz-Jamsessions Profis und Amateure
ein, gemeinsam zu improvisieren und die Bühne zu teilen. Dank der Verbindung zum
Jazzcampus Basel ziehen wir ein junges, kreatives Publikum an, vor allem Studieren-
de, die hier experimentieren und sich austauschen können. Ziel ist es, eine lebendi-
ge Jazz-Community zu fördern, die sowohl Jazzliebhaber*innen als auch Neugierige
anspricht. Durchgehend hochwertiger Live-Jazz bis Mitternacht macht den Abend
zu einem Fest für die Sinne und einem Ort des musikalischen Dialogs. Wir wollen die
Jazzkultur in Basel stärken, den Austausch zwischen Musiker*innen und Publikum
fördern und eine offene, gemeinschaftliche Musikkultur schaffen.
JAZZKOLLEKTIV BASEL
concerts and sessions at schall und rauch
every thursday starting february '25
Schall und Rauch Bar | Rheingasse 25 | 4058 Basel
