STEPHANE WREMBEL

While currently based in Maplewood, Stephane is a native of Fontainebleau, France. He spent ten years perfecting his craft in the Gypsy camps of the Fontainebleau area (home of Django Reinhardt). He then moved to Boston and graduated summa cum laude from Berklee College of Music in 2002. Wrembel has composed music for three of Woody Allen’s blockbusters. “Big Brother” for Vicki Cristina Barcelona and “Bistro Fada”, main theme of Midnight in Paris), were both Academy Award winners. He also composed the entire score for his latest movie “Rifkin’s Festival”.

Stephane was a special guest composer and live performer for the 2012 Academy Awards ceremony where Midnight in Paris was celebrated. In addition, Midnight in Paris won a Grammy Award for Best Soundtrack, of which Stephane was the largest contributor. Wrembel has composed for many films, shorts, and commercials. He has recorded seven albums, and tours with his band worldwide, performing two hundred concerts a year.

DAVID GASTINE

David discovered Django Reinhartd 25 years ago. He is one of the great masters of the Gypsy rhythm guitar, and a specialist of the traditional French Musette and Swing songbook. His sense of groove and sound has no match in the world today. He played rhythm for Stochelo Rosenberg, Bireli Lagrene, Tchavolo Schmidt, Angelo Debarre, Sammy Daussat, Rodolphe Raphaelli…

in 2008 he was part of the Selmer #607 project featuring Adrien Moignard, Benoit Convert, and Sebatien Giniaux. He is one of the most sought after rhythm players in the world.

Meanwhile, Gastine started exploring and integrating Country music (he is specially influenced by Johnny Cash) the French Gypsy Jazz repertoire. His new album “Either sides” is a beautiful and original blend of both cultures. It was released in France on June 2022, and will be released in the USA during Django a Gogo 2023.

In recent years, David has returned to country folk music, particularly exploring Johnny Cash’s repertoire alongside harmonica player Vincent Bucher and guitarist Sammy Daussat. He now regularly performs in an acoustic trio, dedicating himself to interpreting iconic songs from the American country folk tradition.

FRANK ANASTASIO

Legendary bassist Frank Anastasio is a musician of exceptional soul and artistry. His first guitar teachers were his father, Pierre Anastasio, a luthier, and several gypsy guitarists from the Montreuil area. In 1980, he met guitarist Laurent Bajata, who introduced him in 1984 to Serge Camps, the owner of the cabaret “La Roue Fleurie,” a renowned meeting place for manouche and gypsy musicians in Paris. Frank played double bass at the cabaret for over five years alongside Laurent Bajata, Serge Camps, Pierre Camps, Raphael Faÿs, and Angelo Debarre. During this time, they recorded the album "Gypsy Guitars" (Hot Club Records) with Serge Camps and Angelo Debarre, which has since been celebrated as one of the greatest jazz manouche recordings of all time.

 Frank has performed in various Parisian cabarets and has collaborated with artists such as Boulou & Elios Ferré, Florin Niculescu, Marc de Loutchek, Petro Ivanovitch, and the Arbat Trio. He recorded two albums with Arbat: “Chantez Tziganes” (Hot Club Records) and "Ilô" (Buda Musique). Additionally, he accompanied the renowned singer Ivan Rebroff during this period. Since 1995, he has been an acoustic and electric bassist, guitarist, and singer in the band “Les Yeux Noirs,” with which he has toured worldwide and recorded six albums: "Izvoara," "Balamouk," and "Live" (EMI), "Tchorba" (Recall-Sony), and "Tiganeasca" (Zig-Zag-Harmonia Mundi). In 2012, Frank became the bassist for Opus 4.

 Moreover, Frank is an accomplished master of Gypsy guitar. He is the only musician to have transcribed the entire rhythm guitar parts for Django Reinhardt’s Hot Club, detailing every voicing for each guitar—an extraordinary and unparalleled achievement. Frank will be teaching this material at Django a Gogo 2025!

SIMBA BAUMGARTNER

Simba Baumgartner, the great-grandson of Django Reinhardt—one of the most brilliant figures in modern guitar history and the creator of the musical genre and tradition known as Gypsy Jazz—has forged his own path in the world of music. Simba embarked on his musical journey at the tender age of four, following in the rich tradition of his family, where he learned and inherited all of his great-grandfather's musical secrets.

At the remarkable age of eleven, Baumgartner graced the stage of the "Bal de la Rose" in Monte Carlo, performing for Monaco's royal family alongside iconic acts like The Gypsy Kings and renowned Gypsy guitar virtuoso Bireli Lagrene. More recently, Simba showcased his versatility as both an actor and musician in the biographical film "Django," a heartfelt tribute to his great-grandfather, directed by Etienne Comar.

In May 2017, he headlined the "Festival of Europe" in Bois Le Roi, France, captivating audiences with his exceptional talent. On July 1st, 2017, Simba was chosen as the opening act for the prestigious International Django Reinhardt Festival in Samois-sur-Seine/Fontainebleau. This illustrious event featured a lineup of musical luminaries including Stephane Wrembel, Stochelo Rosenberg, Avishai Cohen, Larry Graham, Bireli Lagrène, Kyle Eastwood, Roberto Fonseca, and Trombone Shorty. Simba was also a special guest alongside legends like Angelo Debarre, Romane, and Adrien Moignard, some of the most esteemed names in the Gypsy Jazz world. He further paid homage to Django Reinhardt by collaborating with the legendary American jazz saxophonist James Carter. Regularly gracing the stage at "Taverne de Cluny Monk," the most prestigious jazz club in Paris, Simba is consistently supported by France's finest rhythm section, comprising Mathieu Chatelain and Jeremie Arranger.

In 2018, Simba Baumgartner was the featured star at Django a Gogo, headlining a memorable show at the iconic Town Hall, where he received overwhelming success and multiple standing ovations from the enthralled audience.

In 2019, he unveiled his debut album, "Les Yeux Noirs," which garnered international acclaim from the press.

The year 2022 marked a significant milestone in Simba's career as he joined the Django Reinhardt All-Star lineup, headlining the illustrious International Django Reinhardt Festival, the world's largest Django.

MOZES ROSENBERG

Mozes Rosenberg was born into the illustrious Rosenberg family, known for their contributions to the world of Gipsy Jazz. As the younger brother of the renowned guitarist Stochelo, Mozes began playing the guitar at an early age, starting at just 6 years old. He was fortunate to learn from a talented lineage, with his father Mimer, brother Stochelo, and uncle Waso Grünholz as his primary teachers. Waso Grünholz is credited with founding the Dutch Sinti jazz style, allowing Mozes to learn directly from one of the key figures in this now world-famous musical tradition.

By the age of 7, Mozes was already showcasing his skills on Dutch television with The Rosenberg Trio, marking the beginning of a promising career. His musical journey was deeply influenced by many legendary musicians, particularly flamenco icon Paco de Lucia, whom he had the opportunity to meet in 1996. Mozes also benefited from master classes with Joe Zawinul, a significant figure in jazz fusion, during the North Sea Jazz festival in Scheveningen. Zawinul, who had Hungarian Gipsy roots, helped Mozes refine his craft, leading to his development as an outstanding solo guitarist.

Throughout his career, Mozes has performed in various groups, including Chawo Rosenberg, Rosenberg 3, and the current ensemble The Rosenbergs, featuring other talented musicians like Johnny Rosenberg and Sani van Mullem. In addition to his group performances, he is a sought-after guest musician, collaborating with acts such as Big Band Sonic Blast and the Sinti Big Band. In 2006, he embarked on a theater tour with the Mediterranean Sundance ensemble, which included notable artists like Nihad Hrustanbegovic and Harry Klunder. The following year, he began another theater tour with the Rosenberg Family, continuing to share the stage with his relatives.

Mozes's international acclaim grew further when he toured Japan in 2010 with Stochelo and Sani, captivating audiences and solidifying his status as a world-class musician. In 2011, he collaborated with the Rosenberg van Mullem group to produce the CD “Obsession.” The trio of Mozes, Johnny, and Sani has since become a well-established group, performing at various events under The Rosenbergs name.

In 2015, the family tour “La Familia” attracted considerable attention, with Mozes performing alongside The Rosenberg Trio and his cousin, singer Johnny Rosenberg. This tour was complemented by a CD release.

ANTOINE BOYER

Antoine Boyer draws inspiration from the most authentic sources of gypsy jazz guitar, having studied under masters such as Mandino Reinhardt and Francis Alfred Moerman. He has toured extensively, gracing stages at numerous gypsy jazz festivals across Europe and the US, and has shared the stage with guitarists like Stochelo Rosenberg, Angelo Debarre, Raphael Fays, and many others.

In addition to his mastery of gypsy jazz, Antoine is also a classically trained guitarist, winning the prestigious 2015 Montigny Classical Guitar Competition and earning the "Révélation Guitare Classique 2016" award from the esteemed French magazine Guitare Classique.

His eclectic musical background has shaped a unique playing style that seamlessly blends various guitar techniques accumulated over the years.

SAM FARTHING

Twenty-one-year-old Sam Farthing is a talented guitarist and songwriter from Baltimore, specializing in jazz manouche and gypsy music. At the age of ten, Sam began playing the guitar and soon started exploring the music of his favorite guitarist, Django Reinhardt. He has performed at festivals worldwide, including the Festival Django Reinhardt in France, Djangofest Northwest in Washington, Django sur Lennon in Ireland, Django a Gogo events across the USA, and the Charm City Django Jazz Fest in his hometown of Baltimore. Sam has established himself as a notable figure in the genre, known for his commitment to musical authenticity and his dedication to teaching, which have made him a respected mentor to many aspiring guitarists. He will be teaching and celebrating the release of his first album at Django a Gogo 2025!

Antoine Boyer has drawn from the most authentic sources of gypsy jazz, studying under masters such as Mandino Reinhardt and Francis-Alfred Moerman. In 2009, he recorded his first CD-DVD with Moerman, which received acclaim from both French and American critics, including publications such as Jazzman and Vintage Guitars. Antoine honored Moerman by performing his works at the Angers Gypsy Swing Festival in 2010 and at the Django Reinhardt Festival in Samois in 2011.

His second CD, "Leské" (meaning "for him" in the Sinti language), garnered several accolades, including the 'Bravo' award from Trad'Mag. In 2011, in response to the nuclear disaster in Fukushima, Japan, Antoine organized a fundraising concert in Brussels to support Act for Japan. Following the release of his third CD, "Sita," which won a 'Revelation' award from Jazzman magazine, Antoine was recognized as the 'Revelation 2012' by Guitarist Acoustic magazine, becoming the first gypsy jazz guitarist to receive this prestigious honor.

Antoine has headlined most major Gypsy Jazz festivals in Europe and the United States, sharing the stage with esteemed musicians such as Philip Catherine, Angelo Debarre, Stochelo Rosenberg, Christian Escoudé, Raphael Faÿs, Tim Kliphuis, Jon Larsen, Adrien Moignard, Robin Nolan, and Paulus Schäfer.

More recently, Antoine studied classical guitar with Gérard Abiton in Paris and won the 2015 Montigny Classical Guitar Contest. He was nominated as "Révélation Guitare Classique 2016" by the French magazine Guitare Classique.

In 2017, Antoine Boyer and Flamenco guitarist Samuelito won the "4th European Guitar Award" in Dresden, Germany. They subsequently recorded their first album, "Coincidence," and have been touring worldwide. In January 2019, both musicians joined the troupe of International Guitar Night for a two-month tour across the United States and Canada.

In May 2021, Antoine Boyer released his new album "Tangram," recorded in collaboration with the exceptional harmonica player Yeore Kim. Their two instruments harmonize beautifully in a style that allows for ample improvisation, drawing influences from Django Reinhardt, Toots Thielemans, and even Radiohead. They will teach and perform together for the first time at Django a Gogo 2025.

YEORE KIM

Yeore is from South Korea, where she first picked up the tremolo harmonica at the age of six. Her mother is a piano teacher, so she also learnt piano and other instruments, including trumpet, before focusing on the chromatic harmonica from age 18.

Yeore has released two albums of duets with different pianists.
She moved to France in 2018 after meeting her guitarist husband, Antoine Boyer, with whom she has released an album, Tangram. This contains a great mix of jazz, world music and interpretations of pop songs.

Yeore is currently working on a duo album with her husband, due to released later in 2024, and to be followed by a tour in 2025 to promote the album.

Tuesday May 6, 2025

4pm: camp registration

6pm: Welcome party and jam at the Saisons Inn in Maplewood, NJ
 

Wednesday May 7, 2025

9am-noon: Small group classes
Group A: Stephane Wrembel
Group B: Frank Anastasio
Group C: Antoine Boyer
Group D: David Gastine

2pm-5pm: workshop with Mozes Rosenberg & guided jam sessions

5pm-8pm: Soundcheck/dinner/jam

8pm-9:30pm: Concert at the Woodland “Django New Orleans”

9:30pm-12am: Jam session at St James Gate Pub

Thursday May 8, 2025

9am-noon: Small group classes
Group A: David Gastine
Group B: Stephane Wrembel
Group C: Frank Anastasio
Group D: Antoine Boyer

2pm-5pm: workshop with Mozes Rosenberg & guided jam sessions

5pm-8pm: Soundcheck/dinner/jam

8pm-9:30pm: Concert at the Woodland “Sam Farthing: new album release”

930pm-12am: Jam session at St James Gate Pub

Friday May 9, 2025

9am-noon: Small group classes
Group A: Antoine Boyer
Group B: David Gastine
Group C: Stephane Wrembel
Group D: Frank Anastasio

8pm-11:30pm: The Concert “Django a Gogo at Symphony Space”

Saturday May 10, 2025

9am-noon: Small group classes
Group A: Frank Anastasio
Group B: Antoine Boyer
Group C: David Gastine
Group D: Stephane Wrembel

2pm-5pm: workshop with Mozes Rosenberg & guided jam sessions

5pm-8pm: Soundcheck/dinner/jam

8pm-9:30pm: Concert at the Woodland “Stephane Wrembel Band and Guests”

9:30pm-12am: Jam session at St James Gate Pub

 
Sunday May 11, 2025

6pm-12am: Farewell Party/Jam/Concert at Barbes in Brooklyn featuring NYC and East Coast bands as well as some of the camp teachers and performers.