Balendat-Smirnov-Quartet Enthralls Fürth: Live Concert at the Babylon Cellar Stage

Event: FÜ-JAZZ Concert: Balendat-Smirnov-Quartet in Babylon Kino am Stadtpark – Kellerbühne, Nürnberger Straße 3, 90762 Fürth on 15. January 2026

Date and Time

15. January 2026 20:00

Location

Babylon Kino am Stadtpark – Kellerbühne, Nürnberger Straße 3, 90762 Fürth

Price

10,00

About this Event

Concerts

Mood

Relaxed

Venue Type

Inside

Balendat-Smirnov-Quartet: Jazz between Groove, Ballad and Fine Tone at Babylon Fürth

On January 15, 2026, the Balendat-Smirnov-Quartet will unfold a vibrant concert experience on the cellar stage of the Babylon cinema at Stadtpark: two hours of modern jazz with clear melodies, modal grooves and lyrical ballads. Close to the stage, direct acoustics, palpable audience mood – an evening that appeals to jazz lovers and the curious alike.

Sound Colors, Timing, Interplay

Juri Smirnov shapes percussive, harmonically complex lines on the saxophone and flute – influenced by role models like Dexter Gordon, Paul Desmond and Sonny Rollins. His original compositions breathe club atmosphere without losing tradition. Pianist Sören Balendat complements this with melodically clear themes, modular orchestration and energetic grooves; between modal passages, Latin influences and sensitive ballads, an organic flow emerges.

Rhythm Foundation with Character

Winnie Neumann on double bass keeps the form together with tasteful tone and steady pulse. Uwe Hitschfel shapes the drumming dynamically and sensitively – precise synchronization, breathing sound, clever accents. The result: a stage performance with thrilling arcs, where improvisation and structure balance elegantly.

Live Atmosphere in the Cellar Stage

The intimate cellar stage of Babylon offers short distances, direct engagement and a warm, detailed sound. Proximity to Fürth Central Station makes public transport easy; parking is available nearby in the evening. Accessibility notes from the venue assist with planning.

Repertoire and Set Dramaturgy

Original compositions from the bandleaders are expected alongside newly interpreted jazz standards. The setlist combines clear melodies with improvisational freedom, from modal drive to contoured Latin grooves. Thus, a varied concert evening emerges, with finely crafted form and spontaneous energy.

Conclusion

A concert for head and heart: melodic themes, rich harmonies, strong solos – live and approachable. Those seeking jazz with character, emotion, and craftsmanship experience a dense evening here. Secure your date now and feel the music on the cellar stage.

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