Random pic from my jazz travels: Monika Roscher at Nexus Saalfelden, photo by Michael Geißler. The photo was taken during 3 Tages Jazz Festival in Saalfelden, 2024.

“In the synthesis of a performance that was both musically and visually captivating, the Monika Roscher Big Band excelled, described in the introduction as a “prog big band between math jazz, avant-pop, and electronica,” relying on last year’s album “Witchy Activities And The Maple Death.” Adding to the spectacle, the bandleader appeared in an unusual “superhero” costume, making for a comprehensive theatrical-cinematic experience. Between songs, Roscher engaged in long and cheerful conversations with the audience (unfortunately, I don’t understand German!), which further relaxed the atmosphere, already relaxed in its delivery with a strong alternative-rock vibe and exceptional jazz competence in arranging and playful solos” (from my festival review on Jazzin website).