Contraband (big band)
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Contraband is a progressive big band that formed in the 1980s led by trombonist Willem van Manen, recording exclusively for the BVHaast record label. The ensemble often combines free improvisation
with swing. Band members include clarinetist Theo Jörgensmann
and trombonist Chris Abelen, among others.[]
Free improvisation
Free improvisation or free music is improvised music without any rules beyond the logic or inclination of the musician involved. The term can refer to both a technique and as a recognizable genre in its own right....
with swing. Band members include clarinetist Theo Jörgensmann
Theo Jörgensmann
Theodor Franz Jörgensmann is a jazz and free-improvising Basset clarinet player and composer. He has been a professional musician since 1975.-Activities:...
and trombonist Chris Abelen, among others.[]
Discography
- Live at the BIMhuis (1988, BVHaast)
- De Ruyter Suyte (1988, BVHaast)
- Hittit (1988, BVHaast)
- Pale Fire (1988, BVHaast)