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Django In The Bay

FRIDAY 23RD

Roby Lakatos and Debi Botos . Roby is an internationally acclaimed Hungarian violin virtuoso. Highly revered by both classical and Jazz violinists all over the world. Debi is from Budapest, Hungry, effortlessly blends her Hungarian roots with Django Reinhardt’s pioneering jazz guitar techniques, Debi creates an electric atmosphere that feels both traditional and modern. Through her original compositions, she continues to captivate audiences worldwide with her vibrant and inventive sound.

Roby Lakatos – Violin
Debi Botos – Guitar
Mathieu Chatelain – Guitar
Pete Thomas – Bass

Also Adrien Marco will be joining us from Paris 

Adrien is a self-taught jazz guitarist who discovered the music of Django Reinhardt by chance at 17. His unique style — marked by elegance, precision, and sensitivity — has established him as one of the leading soloists of his generation. His playing is both playful and precise, constantly infused with fresh elements in each improvisation. 

Adrien Marco – Guitar
Mathieu Chatelain – Guitar 
Pete Thomas – Bass

SATURDAY 24TH

Fapy Lafertin  from Holland is to headline on Saturday evening. Fapy is one of the most celebrated guitarists of this genre. He has toured extensively over the last 40 years and has built a formidable reputation within the genre. His style is infectious, melodic and reminiscent of the great Django Reinhardt himself. A true master of the gypsy jazz genre and one not to be missed.

Fapy Lafertin – Guitar
Dave Kelbie – Guitar
Sebastien Girardot – Bass

The Fanou Torracinta Band will be joining us  in the evening. Fanou is originally from Corsica and currently lives in Paris. In Corsica, music, its appreciation, and performance make up an integral part of the local culture. Descended from a family of musicians, Fanou Torracinta had the chance from a very young age to rub shoulders with the best, he was steeped in the style and sounds of Jazz-manouche, fervently soaking up the music of Django Reinhardt.

SUNDAY 25TH

The Amati Schmitt Quartet will be joining us from France to headline on Sunday evening. Amati has been one of our favourite players for a long time now. Blending an incredible technical ability with deep rooted feeling and passion for the style, this is one you will not want to miss. One of the rising stars of the scene, you will be blown away with his virtuoso playing.

Django In The Bay Weekend Concert Tickets Only. These are concert tickets for the whole weekend including Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Guests with weekend concert tickets are not permitted to stay on site but will have access at all times. There will be a bar and food available from 12pm until midnight.

Informal music sessions start in the bar at 5pm with the main concerts starting 7.30pm. During the day you will find lots of music happening around the site and a great atmosphere in the bar!

• Tel: 07480 236700
• Address: The Hide in Manton Bay, Lyndon Road, Manton, Oakham, Rutland, LE15 8RN, UK
• Email: info@djangointhebay
• Admission:

  Adults only retreat in Rutland.