SWR Big Band live in Flensburg

Experience SWR Big Band live on April 20th

The SWR Big Band is scheduled to perform at Deutsches Haus in Flensburg, Germany on April 20, 2027. The SWR Big Band, based in Stuttgart, is one of Germany’s leading jazz orchestras. Their repertoire spans a broad spectrum of big band music, encompassing traditional swing alongside contemporary jazz compositions and collaborations with artists from diverse musical backgrounds – including pop, rock, and world music. The ensemble is known for its high-quality arrangements and improvisational skill.

Deutsches Haus Flensburg serves as a cultural center with a complex history rooted in the region's Danish-German borderland identity. Originally constructed in 1927 as a meeting place for the German minority in Southern Schleswig, it aimed to foster cultural exchange and preserve German language and traditions. Following periods of closure and repurposing throughout the 20th century – including use during both World Wars and subsequent periods of political sensitivity – it underwent extensive renovation in the early 2000s. Today, Deutsches Haus functions as a venue for concerts, exhibitions, conferences, and other cultural events; it remains dedicated to promoting cross-cultural understanding and dialogue within the region while acknowledging its historical significance.