Live!Jazz | FILIPPOU & LUCACIU

Evi Filippou - vibraphone

Robert Lucaciu - b

The dynamic collaboration between the Greek vibraphonist and the German-Romanian double bassist has given rise to an artistic partnership that defies the constraints of rigid genre categorizations. Their musical journey of discovery draws on a wide variety of sources: from the intricate compositions of 20th- and 21st-century classical music to the spirited rhythms of jazz and the evocative stories woven into the traditions of folklore. This joint sonic exploration transcends the boundaries of predefined labels: the essence of their work lies in the realm of boundless creativity.

The interweaving of their unique backgrounds results in an exquisite tapestry of sound, in which the vibrancy of the Balkans converges with the cosmopolitan influence of contemporary European musical landscapes. Like a delicate thread of free improvisation, their performances unfold in an unwritten dance that mirrors the flow of life itself. In this tapestry, the notes flow like trickles of emotion that merge and separate again, capturing moments of sorrow, joy, and the indefinable spaces in between.

The duo’s explorations are shaped by a shared pursuit of personal expression. In a world defined by diverse influences, they create a listening experience that is both timeless and contemporary—a testament to how musical traditions and innovations blend within the rhythmic core of the human experience.

“When vibraphonist Evi Filippou and bassist Robert Lucaciu begin to play together, you inevitably find yourself on the edge of your seat, not wanting to miss a single thing. Note by note, mutual surprises give way to musical agreements; improvisation becomes a coherent composition born of the moment; and the highest technical demands become part of a boundless creativity in the handling of tones, rhythms, and textures. (…) With tremendous stage presence and breathtaking musicality, Robert Lucaciu and Evi Filippou create an outstanding musical experience. True to the motto: “Nothing ventured, nothing gained.”(BR-Klassik)

The duo’s debut album,“Love At Last Sight,” will be released in March 2026 on BMC Records.

Tickets: 20 EUR + advance booking fee. High school and college students: 10 EUR + advance booking fee; B.O.: 25/12.50 EUR

TheJazzKartis valid for all ten jazz concerts in fall 2026 and costs 100 euros + advance booking fee; for high school students and first-year college students, it costs 50 euros + advance booking fee