John Jorgenson Quintet 2026

Formed in 2004 for the release of “Franco-American Swing”, the John Jorgenson Quintet, is the only American act to ever headline the prestigious Django Reinhardt Memorial Festival in France. Led by John Jorgenson, a pioneer of the American gypsy jazz movement, the band consists of five talented musicians: John Jorgenson (acoustic guitar, bouzouki, clarinet, vocals,) Casey Driscoll (jazz violin), Rory Hoffman (guitar/piano, accordion), Simon Planting (bass), and Rick Reed (percussion), celebrated for their dynamic performances that blend soulful romance with lively celebration.  Legends like Elton John, Earl Scruggs, Peter Frampton and Brad Paisley have sung Jorgenson’s praises. Djangobooks perfectly articulates, “If he comes around, don’t miss him. The show is golden. The music soars.”