Romantic Swordsman – The Polyphonic Odyssey
Following the international success of “Catch the Cat!”, Jan Henning returns with his new solo program, Romantic Swordsman – The Polyphonic Odyssey, premiering on his 2025 US tour.
A virtuoso who wields his “sword” not of steel, but of twelve strings, Jan travels with a unique companion – a custom-built double-neck tenor bass, a technical and sonic masterpiece uniting two entirely independent instruments in one.
With this extraordinary instrument, and his groundbreaking 8-finger tapping and overtone technique, he moves effortlessly through soundscapes of jazz, neo-baroque, and funk. The result: richly textured, polyphonic structures that give the impression of a full ensemble brought to life by a single pair of hands.
Jan Henning blends technical virtuosity with emotional depth, making each concert a unique experience. His spectacular playing technique is always a means to an end, never a goal in itself. The audience becomes part of a journey that transcends stylistic boundaries.
Romantic Swordsman – The Polyphonic Odyssey is a concert for those who seek emotions wrapped in artistry – a journey where melodies speak to the heart, harmonies take unexpected turns, and genres merge into music that feels both fresh and timeless.