Cortes E.W.E. (Electronic Wind Ensemble) | CPH Jazz Festival

A brand new Copenhagen-based electronic wind ensemble created by bassist and composer Thomas Cortes. Reimagining the role of horns as engines of the dance floor, the project draws inspiration from the origins of big band music as functional dance music—meant for movement, energy, and collective experience. Blending the physical power of a horn section with influences from techno, house, disco and electronic club culture, Cortes E.W.E. seeks to move horns beyond the traditional jazz setting and back into the club.
The ensemble consists of an international team of experienced musicians. Together they represent the full spectrum of big band horn sound, which in combination with electronic groovebox and bass represents a new, compact and forward-looking format.

Line-up:

Thomas Cortes, (Elektron groovebox (synth/drum machine), electric bass)
Ali Badreldin, (Baritone saxophone, alto saxophone)
Armando Petrella, (Trombone)
Jeppe Cloos, (Tenor saxophone)
Mathias Harbeck (Alto saxophone, flute)
Håkon Guttormsen (Trumpet)