john Jorgenson Quintet 2

As Elton John's lead guitarist for six years John Jorgenson astouded audiences worldwide. Now he's presenting exciting new gypsy jazz in the style of Django Reinhardt. The Quintet includes John Jorgenson on lead guitar, vocals and searing clarinet, rhythm guitar, acoustic bass, 5 string viola and percussion. Regarded as a world master in gypsy jazz, Jorgenson portrayed Django on the big screen in Head in the Clouds with stars Charlize Theron and Penelope Cruz. John Jorgenson also co founded the Desert Rose Band with Chris Hillman of the Byrds and was a member of the Hellecasters.

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[cmatthewraymond]

The Guitarist = Gonzalo Bergara, who now has his own quartet.

See the Djangofest NW website. They will both be there.

[joetighe]

very very svelt...nice clarinet playin!!!

Cheers!!!!

[sintygypsy]

he really should stick to the "not" the guitar

[napashotgunner]

Now that's some clarinet playing...nice work!

[Farinadog13]

Not only is he an accomplished guitarist, he also plays the Sax, Steel Guitar, Mandolin, and as you can see and hear the clarinet. What an amazing talent, from Gypsy Jazz to touring with Elton John.

His enthusiasm playing alogside Davey Johnston in the concert at Madison Square Garden with Elton John was delightful.

[TimeSearcher52]

Great version of "After You've Gone"!

"After You've Gone" is a 1918 popular song composed by Turner Layton, with lyrics written by Henry Creamer. It was recorded by Marion Harris on July 22, 1918 and released on Victor 18509.

[pickwickbowl]

Who's the guitarist??

[Froike]

Thanks...great video. JJ rocks...world class musician!

[guitarjjte]

Man, that is sweet! He plays that well on guitar, then when he whips the clarinet out you're just blown even further away! Brilliant! Thanks for posting!

[OutlawSteph]

Nice video! Old Desert Rose Band fan here even though I'm only 31. I was blown away when the JJQ came here and loved the clarinet playing. They're all on fire!