Bands and ensembles
Alexandrina Simeon Quintett
Alexandrina Simeon calls both Bulgaria and Germany her home. Born in Varna on the Black Sea, the singer, composer, and bandleader has lived in Augsburg for many years. She found her musical voice in jazz—a genre whose openness and permeability offer fertile ground for her cultural roots. The renowned ALEXANDRINA SIMEON QUINTET has already captivated audiences at festivals and concerts in Germany and Bulgaria with the music of their debut album ROOTS & INFLUENCE.
Particularly the album OCEAN TALES, released in spring 2018 on UNIT RECORDS, shines a light on Alexandrina Simeon’s homeland. Listeners encounter the Bulgarian language, ancient melodies and rhythms from the musical heritage of Eastern Europe—artfully intertwined with Western European jazz and crowned by a brilliant guest performance from Benny Brown of Hamburg. Together, the band surrounding this dynamic Bulgarian artist ignites a true firework of melodies, moods, and grooves—Bulgarian vocal jazz at its finest.
Alexandrina Simeon Quintett & Benny Brown
New Album „QUIET GIRL“
QUIET GIRL is a tribute to the quiet and profound works of jazz literature. The album reflects the invisible bonds that connect us over many years—bonds through which we continuously inspire and carry one another forward. The recording features various ensemble settings—from duo to sextet—with special guest Benny Brown from Hamburg. Great strength can emerge from stillness, and powerful music may come to rest. The album was released in May 2025 by the Bremen-based label Laika Records.
“An intimate, lovingly arranged declaration of love to the jazz standards repertoire… presented with… brilliance and smooth elegance.”
(concerto, May 2025)
Pure voice & piano!
Simeon/Eberhard Duo
The first musical encounter between Alexandrina Simeon (vocals) and Daniel Mark Eberhard (piano) in 2005 marked the beginning of a close collaboration and numerous performances on stages large and small, both in Germany and abroad. Whether performing as the Alexandrina Simeon Quintet or as a duo, the two share an intuitive musical connection. Drawing on their wide-ranging experiences from countless bands and projects, they continue to inspire one another through their shared musical journey.
Their openness to new ideas and sheer joy in making music together give rise to captivating, virtuosic dialogue, unexpected moments, and a vibrant, playful energy. A special highlight was the live recording of a duo concert in the concert hall of the Bulgarian National Radio in Varna in 2018, followed by a CD production. The program—featuring well-known jazz standards, pop and soul classics, as well as original compositions—offers a soundscape rich in color, lightness, and musical passion.
„Singer Alexandrina Simeon and pianist Daniel Mark Eberhard transformed the Aula Academicus into an oversized jazz lounge in no time at all with their playful and bold jazz interpretations of well-known works. The large audience celebrated the duo with enthusiastic applause from the very first note to the final piece.“ (Goslarsche, Oberharz, 24.10.2017)
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Magpie Alley
Together, they cover contemporary German and English-language hits as well as beloved classics, while also uncovering hidden musical gems that the audience is sure to fall in love with after the show. Their performances offer a harmonious blend of pop, soul, and jazz—constantly refreshed with new highlights. On stage, it’s not about flashy spectacle, but about one thing above all: the music.
Their talent hasn’t gone unnoticed—at the international a cappella competition vokal.total in Graz, they took home both bronze and gold medals, along with two audience awards. But despite their musical excellence, one thing is never missing: fun on stage. So come and see for yourself—and let yourself be enchanted for an evening by the magic of voices!
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Magpie Alley is:
Martin Seiler (voc, beatbox, loops, arr.), Tobias Elster (voc, arr.), Alexandrina Simeon, Mona Sonntag, Naomi Nlomé, Thomas Metschl (voc)
Peter Vogel Quintett
The South German pianist, composer, and arranger Peter Vogel is regarded as a sound explorer across all styles, overflowing with creativity that defies a final, definitive version. The fusion of soulful sound, intellectual structure, spontaneity, and compelling rhythm forms the wings of his work. His quintet’s repertoire spans from classical music through sophisticated crossover transformations and complex jazz tunes to deeply moving ballads. Exceptional musicians have come together to interpret his compositions and arrangements.
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