Schneeberger & Bakanic Quartet

Diknu Schneeberger is one of the most prominent guitarists in the tradition of Gypsy Swing worldwide. With his debut album "Rubina," released in 2007, the then 17-year-old Viennese quickly became a shooting star in the scene, receiving invitations to major stages and festivals where he made a splash internationally. By a fortunate coincidence, his musical path crossed with that of the Austrian accordion virtuoso Christian Bakanic. Bakanic initially made a name for himself in international jazz projects and classical chamber music ensembles and is now returning for the first time in 20 years to the Styrian harmonica and thus to his folk music roots. The foundation for the creative heights of the two virtuosos is the well-rehearsed and sensitive rhythm section with Julian Wohlmuth on rhythm guitar and Martin Heinzle on double bass. With their refreshing "Alpine Swing," the quartet enchants in seconds. In the compositions of the Viennese musicians, the interplay of catchy melody and virtuosity takes center stage. A successful blend of Gypsy Swing, Balkan jazz, and new folk music allows the audience to experience a turbulent yet gentle evening, and it becomes clear after just a few measures: This quartet knows how to enchant both the heart and the ear like hardly any other.