Jeangu Macrooy & Jazz Orchestra of the Concertgebouw | Lean on Me: A Tribute to Bill Withers

The Jazz Orchestra of the Concertgebouw (JOC) and Jeangu Macrooy join forces for a tribute to the legendary soul singer and songwriter Bill Withers. Withers, who died in 2020, is known for all-time classics such as Lean On Me, Ain't No Sunshine, Grandma's Hands, and Lovely Day. Jeangu Macrooy is looking forward to performing these and other songs at Lean on Me: A Tribute to Bill Withers. “If there is one artist I would like to pay tribute to, it is Bill Withers,” said Jeangu. “As a songwriter and artist, I stand on his shoulders; his musical legacy is unparalleled!" Withers is also a great inspiration for the musicians of the JOC. In new big band arrangements, the musicians of the world-famous orchestra are challenged to give the best of themselves and add new layers of meaning through improvisation. to this influential oeuvre. It promises to be an unforgettable musical evening!