Jonas & JAKI: Linley Marthe

Drummer Jonas Burgwinkel invites you to a musically diverse evening with his concert series Jonas & JAKI. In each edition, outstanding musicians from the Cologne jazz scene meet an international guest whose music is presented that evening.

This evening's guest is Grammy-winning Mauritian bassist Linley Marthe: "The phenomenal Linley Marthe" (Joe Zawinul) embarks on a musical journey that transcends borders and genres. Marthe's cultural heritage serves as a rich tapestry that interweaves groove music and the multi-layered rhythms of jazz with the melodies of Africa and the complex compositions of India. In addition to Jonas Burgwinkel on drums, his 'fellow travelers' at JAKI are pianist Sebastian Sternal and saxophonist Victor Fox.

Since 2003, Linley Marthe has been a permanent member of the Joe Zawinul Syndicate, where he fascinated a global audience with his unique performances.
Particularly noteworthy is the Grammy Award he received for the Zawinul Syndicate's 75th Birthday Tour in 2007. Shortly before his death, Joe Zawinul appointed Linley Marthe as the future leader of the "Syndicate". Since then, Linley Marthe has been on the road with the most renowned jazz and world artists around the globe.