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Rijsenberg neighborhood Neighborhood ball in the festival hall of the Paulushuis.
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Rijsenberg neighborhood Neighborhood ball in the festival hall of the Paulushuis.

Sat, 5 Sept 2026 · 20:00
Paulushuis, Ghent
Free
Rijsenbergbuurt Buurtbal in the banquet hall of the Paulushuis. Bigband ’t Mouvement – A swinging evening full of jazz, energy, and danceable classics\n\n Get ready for an evening full of rhythm, swing, and musical enthusiasm!\n\nBigband ’t Mouvement is a vibrant orchestra with more than twenty passionate musicians. Trumpets, saxophones, trombones, and a versatile rhythm section together form a powerful big band that constantly manages to surprise the audience.\n\n Founded in 2008 within GO! Kunstacademie Gent | De Poel, the band grew under the direction of Marie-Anne Standaert into a fixture within and outside the Ghent jazz scene. Today, the big band is under the inspired leadership of Jonathan Ackaert and continues to inspire its audience with an infectious mix of tradition and innovation.\n\n Let yourself be carried away to the golden years of swing with timeless music by greats such as:\n\n Duke Ellington Count Basie Gene Krupa Fletcher Henderson\n… and many other jazz legends.\n\n But it doesn't stop there! In addition to the indestructible swing classics, ’t Mouvement also brings a surprising mix of latin, funk, fusion, and even the idiosyncratic repertoire of Charles Mingus. The result is an energetic, varied evening that appeals to both jazz lovers and dance lovers.\n\n With performances in Ghent cafes, at summer festivals, and during Lindy Hop dance evenings at home and abroad, the band has built an excellent reputation as an atmosphere creator *pur sang*.\n\n Whether you want to enjoy captivating jazz, let your feet go off the floor, or simply experience a fantastic musical evening: Bigband ’t Mouvement is guaranteed to give you an unforgettable experience.\n\n Practical information\n\n Doors open: 7:30 PM\n Concert starts: 8:00 PM\n Admission: Free contribution\n\n Come enjoy an evening full of swing, passion, and musical craftsmanship. Everyone is warmly welcome!
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Venue
Paulushuis
Patijntjesstraat 27, 9000 Ghent
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