Artist Info: Swing De Gitanes

The ensemble was established in 2007 with the objective of bringing Gypsy Swing music to Israeli audiences. The ensemble has already given over 300 performances which weave a musical tale of the two fingered founder of the genre – Django Reinhardt and his Gypsy music. Their repertoire includes the fabulous compositions of Django Reinhardt and Stephane Grappelli, popular songs from 1920's - 1940's Paris, contemporary Gypsy jazz and original compositions with unique arrangements that incorporate elements of Yiddish songs [read more...]