When does the concert start

Entry starts at 7:00 PM, the concert begins at 7:30 PM on April 17, 2026.

What is the ticket price

In advance, a ticket costs 25 Euros, reduced 14 Euros. At the box office, the prices are 29 Euros and reduced 18 Euros.

Where does the event take place

The event takes place at stadt.bau.raum on Boniverstraße 30 in 45883 Gelsenkirchen.

Is the concert indoors

Yes, it is an indoor event at stadt.bau.raum.

Is there information about the supporting act

No supporting acts are mentioned in the current event text.

How long does the evening last

A precise end time is not officially specified. Visitors should expect a classic concert evening.

Two jazz poets, one space: Michel Reis and Matthieu Bordenave enchant Gelsenkirchen

Name: Michel Reis & Matthieu Bordenave in Gelsenkirchen: Jazz duo live in stadt.bau.raum
Start: 2026-04-17T21:30:00+02:00
End: 2026-04-17T23:30:00+02:00
Location: stadt.bau.raum

An evening for open ears: Michel Reis & Matthieu Bordenave in stadt.bau.raum

When the Luxembourgish pianist Michel Reis and the southern French saxophonist Matthieu Bordenave meet, it creates no ordinary jazz concert, but a finely tuned concert experience full of tension, spatial awareness, and quiet drama. On April 17, 2026, the duo brings their art of attentive listening to the stadt.bau.raum Gelsenkirchen – a place that, with its industrial architecture and unique acoustics, is perfectly designed for an intimate live atmosphere.

Sensibility instead of loudness

Michel Reis is regarded as an internationally sought-after jazz pianist with a broad stylistic palette and numerous albums as a leader and co-leader. Matthieu Bordenave, born in France and now based in Munich, represents modern, colorful jazz with a clear sound language. Together, they develop a dialogue that relies less on effects and more on precision, interaction, and dynamics. It is precisely in this that the power of this evening lies: Every phrase has weight, every pause meaning.

The space as a third musician

The stadt.bau.raum on Boniverstraße 30 is no ordinary concert venue. The connection between historical industrial architecture and the later added glass cube creates a special atmosphere where sound, light, and architecture react to each other. It is here that a duo like this unfolds its full effect. The audience experiences jazz not as background music but as an immediate, physically palpable encounter between two exceptional musicians and the space itself.

Jazz with an international profile

Michel Reis has played on renowned stages and festivals throughout his career and has an extensive discography that ranges from his early debut to current releases. Matthieu Bordenave has released, among others, on ECM and has been highlighted by the press for his work. This artistic authority ensures a concert that not only appeals to connoisseurs but also sparks curiosity about free improvisation, fine orchestration, and strong stage presence.

What visitors can expect

Doors open at 7:00 PM, concert begins at 7:30 PM. Ticket prices in advance are 25 Euros, reduced 14 Euros; at the box office, they are 29 Euros, reduced 18 Euros. Those who appreciate refined improvisation, intimate sound colors, and a concentrated live experience should mark this date. This concert promises no cheap tricks but musical depth, resonance, and an evening that resonates long after.