Occidental Gypsy is a nationally-touring band that plays an exhilarating blend of gypsy jazz and folk music.
David Bromberg says “… great singing, fantastic guitar and violin work, with high energy originals that leave the crowd crazy. An awesome band.”
“…sonic pleasures. More than once, vocalist-guitarist Frantz brought the large crowd to near silence through the warmth and openness of his singing." —CHICAGO TRIBUNE
“…irresistible. Occidental Gypsy’s rhythm section, usually driven by the surging rhythm guitar of Brett Feldman, hit one irresistible rhythmic groove after another, “hot” was the best applicable adjective." —LA TIMES DON HECKMAN
About Occidental Gypsy
Occidental Gypsy is a nationally-touring band that plays an exhilarating blend of gypsy jazz and folk music. Their pioneering approach to traditional hot club jazz music pays homage to Django Reinhardt and expands the genre to include elements of western (Occidental) sounds and rhythms, including blues, Klezmer, and Latin. The music this act writes has been noted as a natural evolution of Reinhardt’s sounds were he still alive today, and the lyrical pieces are burnished by smooth vocals by Jeremy Frantz that are reminiscent of the first era of swing.
Occidental Gypsy’s sound is appealing to a wide spectrum of people, and their shows consistently attract enthusiastic audiences at colleges, arts centers, festivals, concert halls and clubs. Their fans include musicians who enjoy the sophisticated compositions and masterful play, but most folks just come to enjoy the music and dance. The band has found a unique beat and brings to every show a dynamic mix of original vocal and instrumental pieces– and a few memorable standards– in fun, exhilarating performances. Their between set wry banter and personal dynamics only adds to the entertainment. Occidental Gypsy’s music cannot be easily classified; a bit of jazz, a catchy strain of blues, a seismic swing experience, and “a whole lotta’ gypsified groove…”
Brett Feldman: lead guitar, composer, co-arranger
Eli Bishop: all strings, co-arranger
Jeremy Frantz: lead vocals & rhythm guitar
Jeff Feldman: bass
Jon Chapman: percussion
Ticket price for In-Person Performance: $35 (+$3 fee)
Ticket price for Livestream: $25 (+$3 fee) - Unlimited seating available!
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IN-PERSON INSTRUCTIONS/COVID GUIDELINES:
Click the "Order Tickets" button to purchase the 8pm In-Person Performance!
Proof of full vaccination is required for all performances in the 2021-2022 Season. All guests will need to be fully vaccinated with an FDA authorized vaccine (Pfizer, Moderna, J&J) in order to attend. All patrons must attest at the time of ticket purchase that they, and any accompanying guests, are fully vaccinated. Proof of full vaccination AND photo identification must be presented upon arrival at the theatre. Proof of vaccination may include a NYS Excelsior Pass/Excelsior Pass Plus (or vaccination card), in addition to a government issued photo ID. Failure to present the required documentation will result in refusal of admission.
Masks are no longer required, but are encouraged for those who wish to continue wearing them.
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LIVE STREAM INSTRUCTIONS:
CLICK HERE to purchase the Live Stream Performance on Saturday April 2nd at 8pm! Unlimited seating available!
Purchase enables you to watch the event as a Live Stream on Saturday, April 2nd at 8pm -OR- as a recording for up to 30 days in case you're unavailable on Livestream night! The link to watch will be emailed to you at the address you provide at approximately 6pm on April 2nd - simply click the link to watch when it's close to show time!