Sam Hogarth and Markus Ehrlich bring jazz to life at Kakadu
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Jazz at Kakadu: Sam Hogarth and Markus Ehrlich in musical dialogue
When pianist and composer Sam Hogarth invites to the Kakadu Bar, a concert evening emerges with immediate closeness, spontaneous interaction, and a lively jazz atmosphere. On December 10, 2026, Hogarth's piano playing meets the expressive tenor saxophonist Markus Ehrlich.
Between sound colors and improvisation
The concert thrives on open musical exchange. Sam Hogarth creates harmonious spaces at the piano, where Markus Ehrlich unfolds his tenor saxophone with warm sound, rhythmic precision, and great melodic agility. The duo promises a focused experience, where each phrase reacts to the moment.
Markus Ehrlich: Versatility with a unique voice
Markus Ehrlich works as a saxophonist, clarinetist, and flutist. He has collaborated with renowned artists and ensembles like Jazzanova Live, the Moka Efti Orchestra, and Joe Jackson, and is featured on more than two dozen CD and radio productions. As a bandleader, composer, and arranger, he develops new perspectives for the German jazz scene with his own projects and his music network, fete records.
Live atmosphere in the Kakadu Bar
The Kakadu Bar is located in the restaurant Zum Grünen Kakadu on the first floor. The intimate setting creates short distances between the stage and the audience, focusing entirely on acoustics, stage performance, and musical synchronization. The series Jazz at Kakadu stands for small, intensive formats with great closeness to the artists.
An evening for jazz fans and explorers
The concert will start at 8:00 PM. The bar opens at 7:00 PM. There will be no bar service during the performance, so it is advisable to arrive early for drinks before the concert. The focus will be on piano and tenor saxophone, improvisation, and the direct dialogue between two musicians.
Conclusion: Visitors can expect a focused jazz evening with Sam Hogarth and Markus Ehrlich, characterized by fine sound colors, spontaneous twists, and the special closeness of the Kakadu Bar. Anyone looking to not just hear jazz but experience it as a direct concert experience should discover this evening live in Mainz.
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