Samy Deluxe & Mikis Takeover! Ensemble

Hamburg rap pioneer Samy Deluxe and Mikis Takeover! Ensemble break down the boundaries between Hip-Hop and classical music.

What do a classical chamber music ensemble and a rapper have in common? A stage, a love for music, and the unresolved question: what is actually high culture!

… In an unprecedented way, the classical musicians transport the works of Samy Deluxe from his high culture albums into realms that allow the listener to dive deep while also stirring them awake. The emotional power of classical musical language combined with the lyrical and rhythmic impact of Hip-Hop. A celebration on stage, a major win for both sides, and a new insight into the topic of high culture!

Cast

Samy Deluxe, Rap
Miki Kekenj, Violin, Arrangements and Direction
Gergana Petrova, Violin
Erin Kirby, Viola
Valentin Priebus, Cello
Max Dommers, Double Bass
Marta Dotkus, Harpsichord
Backing Vocals