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Bluegrass and Big Band is a bold collaboration that brings together the nimble improvisation of bluegrass with the expansive textures of a big band, created by the WDR Big Band Köln in partnership with renowned artists Darol Anger and Mike Marshall. Arranged by Bob Mintzer, this project blends traditional string-driven melodies with big band dynamics, delivering a fresh soundscape that resonates in both studio and live settings.

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Based in Cologne, Germany, the WDR Big Band is a celebrated, long-running public broadcaster big band known for cross-genre collaborations and a history of Grammy-nominated performances. This page highlights the biography of Bluegrass and Big Band, discography notes from the 2025 release, and upcoming tour dates around Cologne.

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For fans visiting Cologne, look out for live performances at venues like Kleiner Sendesaal des WDR (Nov 15, 2025) and Kölner Philharmonie (Dec 6, 2025), plus additional December Cologne shows. Secure your seats through us for a straightforward, reliable ticket-buying experience. We’ve got you covered with direct links to official artist pages and venue information.

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Social and official pages: WDR Big Band on Facebook and YouTube, Darol Anger on official site and Bandcamp, Mike Marshall on official site and Bandcamp. These links help you stay current with releases, tour updates, and behind-the-scenes content.

The essentials

Quick Facts About Bluegrass and Big Band

  • Project name: Bluegrass, a collaboration between WDR Big Band Köln, Darol Anger, and Mike Marshall, arranged by Bob Mintzer.
  • Album Bluegrass released in 2025 (CD/Streaming) with vinyl edition released August 14, 2025.
  • Vinyl press release confirms physical release and live-in-studio performances in the German setting.
  • 2025 live dates in Cologne, Germany: Kleiner Sendesaal des WDR (Nov 15, 2025) and Kölner Philharmonie (Dec 6, 2025), plus further December Cologne shows.
  • WDR Big Band is a long-running Cologne-based public broadcaster big band with a history of cross-genre collaborations and multiple Grammy nominations.
  • Social media: WDR Big Band maintains presence on Facebook and YouTube; Anger and Marshall maintain personal/music pages and Bandcamp profiles.

The records

Bluegrass and Big Band Discography

  • Caterina Lichtenberg Mike Marshall & Friends
    2025 · Bandcamp release
  • Mike Marshall & Alessandro Penezzi Mandolin and Guitar
    2025 · Bandcamp release
  • Bach Cello Suite #6 BWV 1012
    2024 · Bandcamp release
  • Mike Marshall Mandocello J.S. Bach Cello Suite #1 BWV 1007
    2021 · Bandcamp
  • Mike Marshall Mandocello Solo J.S. Bach Cello Suite #2 BWV 1008
    2022 · Bandcamp
  • Mike Marshall Mandocello Solo Bach Cello Suite #3 BWV 1009
    2022 · Bandcamp
  • Mike Marshall Mandocello Solo J.S. Bach Cello Suite #4 in Eb BWV 1010
    2023 · Bandcamp
  • Mike Marshall Mandocello Solo J.S. Bach Cello Suite #5 in Cm BWV 1011
    2023 · Bandcamp
  • Mike Marshall & Choro Famoso
    2004 · Adventure Music
  • Brazil Duets
    2005 · Adventure Music
  • Live: Duets (with Chris Thile)
    2006 · Sugar Hill
  • New Words (Novas Palavras)
    2006 · Adventure Music
  • Into the Cauldron (with Chris Thile)
    2003 · Sugar Hill
  • Serenata
    2003 · Adventure Music
  • Gator Strut
    1987 · Rounder
  • Chiaroscuro
    1985 · Windham Hill
  • The Duo
    1983 · Rounder
  • The Duo: Da Capo
    2019 · Bandcamp (The Marshall-Anger Duo)
  • Woodshop: The Duo
    2007 · Adventure Music
  • Republic of Strings
    2003 · Compass Records

The hits

Top Bluegrass and Big Band Songs

  • Into the Cauldron (With Chris Thile)
    2003 · US Bluegrass peak #6; US Country peak #71
  • Lockdown Breakdown (Darol Anger & Bruce Molsky)
    2024 · N/A
  • I Coulda Told U (Darol Anger)
    2025 · N/A
  • Liza Jane Parade (Diary Of A Fiddler #2 singles release)
    2025 · N/A

For fans visiting Cologne, look out for live performances at venues like Kleiner Sendesaal des WDR (Nov 15, 2025) and Kölner Philharmonie (Dec 6, 2025), plus additional December Cologne shows. Secure your seats through us for a straightforward, reliable ticket-buying experience. We’ve got you covered with direct links to official artist pages and venue information.

Social and official pages: WDR Big Band on Facebook and YouTube, Darol Anger on official site and Bandcamp, Mike Marshall on official site and Bandcamp. These links help you stay current with releases, tour updates, and behind-the-scenes content.

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