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Joscho Stephen Trio at Chicago Temple

What was scheduled as a single performance on June 9, 2026 at The Chicago Temple quickly became two shows on the same day after the first one sold out. By the time the evening performance began, there wasn't an empty seat in the house.

Joined by guitarist Sven Jungbeck and bassist Volker Kamp, Joscho Stephan delivered a masterclass in gypsy jazz—virtuosic, joyful, and effortlessly musical. The trio's chemistry was remarkable, with dazzling solos, tight interplay, and an energy that kept the audience fully engaged from the first note to the last.

A packed room, thunderous applause, and a well-deserved standing ovation made it clear: after three years Chicago was more than ready for this sold-out return.

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