Filippo Dall’Asta featuring Francesca Confortini

Tuesday 18th November - HEIST BrewCo

Filippo Dall’Asta featuring Francesca Confortini is a dynamic Gypsy Jazz-inspired quartet led by Italian guitarist and composer Filippo Dall’Asta and vocalist Francesca Confortini. Drawing on a shared passion for Django Reinhardt’s legacy, their music blends the soulful spirit of Gypsy Jazz with swing, world music, and modern acoustic textures. With Filippo’s virtuosic guitar work and Francesca’s velvety voice and magnetic stage presence, the group delivers emotionally rich, rhythmically vibrant performances that captivate audiences across genres and generations.

Having performed together for over a decade, Filippo and Francesca bring an unmistakable chemistry to the stage. Their repertoire includes fresh arrangements of swing and jazz standards, Gypsy Jazz classics, and original compositions that celebrate both the tradition and the evolution of acoustic jazz.

• “Gypsy jazz at its finest!” — Musik an Sich (DE)
• “Evokes distinct echoes of Django Reinhardt’s Quintette du Hot Club de France.” — Jazz Journal (UK)
• “A celebration of serendipity, adventure, and musical curiosity.” — Afondar en la cultura (ES)
• “An explosion of energy and virtuosity with a modern touch.” — Jazz in Family (IT)
• “Brings new perspective and enjoyment to enrich today’s spirit of jazz.” — Making a Scene (US)

This event also features a Gypsy Jazz Masterclass - a rare opportunity to learn from a world class player.

Gypsy Jazz Guitar Masterclass with Filippo Dall’Asta 

Join Filippo Dall’Asta for an exclusive 2-hour deep-dive into the world of Gypsy Jazz guitar. In this focused and interactive session, Filippo will guide you step by step through the core techniques and concepts of Gypsy Jazz guitar playing

You’ll learn:

• The proper right-hand technique for authentic Gypsy Jazz tone
• The Gypsy jazz rhythm style also know as “La Pompe”
• The core elements of Gypsy Jazz guitar improvisation so you can solo with freedom and confidence
• How to expand your repertoire with phrases and ideas that you can use at your next jam
• How to break through stiffness and nerves when performing in front of others. By the end, you’ll feel more fluent, more confident, and more inspired every time you pick up the guitar.

Perfect if you want a concentrated boost to your Gypsy Jazz playing, all in just 2 hours!

Schedule

The masterclass runs from 6-8pm.
Doors open at 8.30pm for the show, music from 9pm.

HEIST BrewCo
107 Neepsend Ln, Neepsend, Sheffield S3 8AT