Els Dottermans, Barbara Dex and Andrea Croonenberghs

Women sing Tura Will Tura, the emperor of Flemish song. But he is so much more than that. A monument, Gert Verhulst rightly calls him. For 65 years, he has colored our music history. He recorded almost 1000 songs. Tura was not just a singer, but also a gifted composer. He wrote almost all his songs himself, often with lyrics by Nelly Byl. His repertoire is amazingly versatile: from cabaret and Dutch-language chansons to cheerful pop, from jazz to gospel, and from rock 'n' roll and country to even rap. That is precisely what makes him such a fascinating artist, a true phenomenon. Andrea Croonenberghs, Els Dottermans, and Barbara Dex previously brought a brilliant homage to Boudewijn de Groot – to the great joy of the master himself. Three singers, each with their own unique perspective. They know better than anyone how to give each song a personal touch, always with respect for the original. Now, together and separately, they pay tribute to Tura. Creative, idiosyncratic, but always warm and full of reverence for the lyrics. Choosing was no sinecure – there is enough material for five theater programs. So expect an evening full of big hits, but also let yourself be surprised by almost forgotten gems. Els Dottermans (vocals) Barbara Dex (vocals) Andrea Croonenberghs (vocals) Bert Gielen (keyboards) Jo Mahieu (guitars) Yves Baibay (drums) Bart Delacourt (bass) Jan Eggermont (saxophones) Tom Verschoore (trombone, trumpet)