The Berlin Philharmonic Jazz Group, Thomas Quasthoff - Jazzkonzert in der Philharmonie Berlin

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Review by Aydoğan Gökberk

Alright, let’s dive into this gem of a jazz album: Jazzkonzert in der Philharmonie Berlin by The Berlin Philharmonic Jazz Group featuring Thomas Quasthoff. Released back in 2004 under the label IPPNW-Concerts, it’s one of those albums that sneaks up on you with its mix of fusion vibes and straight-up soulful playing. If you’re into jazz but also dig when things get experimental without losing their groove, this one’s worth checking out. First off, can we talk about how stacked the lineup is? You’ve got Thomas Quasthoff laying down some buttery baritone vocals (the dude could make reading a phone book sound cool), Janne Saksala holding down the low end on contrabass like a boss, and Franz Schindlbeck keeping the rhythm tight on drums. Oh, and Adam Taubitz switching between trumpet and violin—yeah, he’s flexing hard here. Then there’s Wieland Welzel weaving magic on vibraphone and Martin Stegner adding depth on viola. It’s kind of wild how they blend classical chops with jazz improvisation—it really works. Now, I gotta shout out two tracks that stuck with me. First up is “Summertime.” I mean, c’mon, who doesn’t love a fresh take on Gershwin’s classic? But what makes this version so memorable is how Quasthoff owns the vocal line. His voice just wraps around the melody like a warm blanket, while the band adds these subtle layers underneath. The interplay between Taubitz’s trumpet and Welzel’s vibraphone gives it an almost cinematic feel—you can practically picture yourself walking through Berlin at sunset. It’s chill but still has enough energy to keep your toes tapping. Then there’s “Freedom Jazz Dance,” which hits different. This track feels looser, more playful, as if everyone decided to cut loose for a bit. Taubitz goes nuts on the trumpet solo, trading licks with Schindlbeck’s drum fills like they’re having the best conversation ever. And yeah, maybe it’s not groundbreaking or anything, but man, does it hit the spot. There’s something about the way the whole group locks into the groove—it’s messy in all the right ways, like catching lightning in a bottle. Honestly, what surprises me most about this album is how well it balances polish and rawness. Like, sure, these musicians are top-tier pros, but they don’t overthink everything. They let the music breathe, y’know? It’s refreshing. And hey, random thought: isn’t it kinda funny how “Misty” always shows up on jazz albums? Not complaining though; hearing Quasthoff sing it feels like rediscovering an old friend. Anyway, give this album a spin if you’re in the mood for something smooth yet daring. Just don’t blame me if you start humming “Wave” all day long!

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Artist: The Berlin Philharmonic Jazz Group, Thomas Quasthoff
Album: Jazzkonzert in der Philharmonie Berlin
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Tracks

TrackDurationPreview
Soloimprovisation6:00
Misty6:50
Song For My Father6:44
Freedom Jazz Dance7:49
Wave7:56
My Funny Valentine5:15
Nothing Personal6:30
Shinjuku8:53
Summertime5:51

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Catalog Numbers

CD 49

Labels

IPPNW-Concerts

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Formats

  • CD
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Credits

RoleCredit
Baritone VocalsThomas Quasthoff
ContrabassJanne Saksala
DrumsFranz Schindlbeck
TrumpetAdam Taubitz
ViolinAdam Taubitz
VibraphoneWieland Welzel
ViolaMartin Stegner

Notes

Benefizkonzert zugunsten des Right Livelihood Award (Alternativer Nobelpreis) vom 9. September 2004 in der Philharmonie Berlin

About The Berlin Philharmonic Jazz Group, Thomas Quasthoff

Name Vars

  • Members Of The Berlin Philharmonic
  • Members Of The Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra
  • Members Of The Berliner Philharmoniker
  • Mitglieder Der Kammermusikvereinigung Der Berliner Philharmoniker
  • Mitglieder Des Berliner Philharmonischen Orchesters
  • The Berlin Philharmonic Jazz Group

Interesting fact about Album

Did you know? In 2004, The Berlin Philharmonic Jazz Group released a unique jazz album called *Jazzkonzert in der Philharmonie Berlin*. It’s special because it blends classical and jazz influences, featuring legendary baritone vocalist Thomas Quasthoff. One fun twist? Trumpeter Adam Taubitz also plays the violin on this record. Tracks like *Summertime* and *My Funny Valentine* got a fresh spin, mixing genres and styles in a way that feels both classic and new. Pretty cool, right?