With An Evening with Gregory Porter and the Metropole Orchestra Amsterdam will gain a musical highlight this summer. By now, the collaboration between Porter and the orchestra can safely be called a ‘match made in heaven. Since their first joint performance in Paradiso in 2012, the chemistry has only grown stronger, with impressive shows in venues including Royal Theatre Carré and during the North Sea Jazz Festival.
What makes this evening special is the way in which Porter's repertoire is revived. His signature warm baritone voice moves effortlessly between intimate, fragile moments and powerful, soulful outbursts. Combined with the rich, cinematic sound of the Metropole Orchestra, it creates a dynamic listening experience that goes beyond a traditional concert.
Led by Vince Mendoza, acclaimed worldwide for his refined arrangements, each composition gains additional depth and layering. His orchestral approach gives familiar songs a new dimension, without losing their emotional core.
“When jazz and soul come together in a stadium full of anticipation, the result is not a performance - but a memory that resonates for a long time to come.”
The Olympic Stadium adds another layer. The open-air setting, historic ambiance and summer evening sky make this a total experience where music, atmosphere and location come together seamlessly. It is exactly this type of event that gives the city its international allure.
Ticket sales promise to go fast: the pre-sale starts on Wednesday, April 15 at noon, followed by regular sales on Thursday, April 16 at noon. For lovers of jazz, soul and live music, this is a time to mark in the calendar.