Reinier Baas & Ben van Gelder (NL)

“With saxophone and guitar alone, Ben van Gelder and Reinier Baas sound like an entire orchestra.” – Volkskrant
Saxophonist Ben van Gelder and guitarist Reinier Baas proudly announce the release of their third collaborative record, ‘This Is Water’. This album is a testament to their unique artistic synergy, rooted in the American jazz tradition, but with unmistakably European flair. Drawing from a shared musical vocabulary developed during their 15-year collaboration, Baas and van Gelder effortlessly navigate a diverse range of moods and atmospheres.
The duo will mostly play music from their latest album ‘This is Water’ and ‘Mokum In Hi-Fi’, the band’s first album. This is the first time the band will perform as a duo in Finland, which the duo is very excited about! Art Hall is a great venue for the concert, as the band strives for intimacy and connection with the audience.