Michael Varekamp & The Legends – Miles Davis Tribute
On 14 October 2026, jazz trumpeter Michael Varekamp and his band The Legends take the stage at Stadstheater Zoetermeer for a try-out of their compelling Miles Davis tribute. The programme guides you through the world of one of music's greatest innovators.
Miles Davis was born on 26 May 1926 and changed jazz forever. Albums like Kind of Blue, Tutu and Ascenseur pour l'échafaud are not just records – they are turning points in music history. Davis inspired generations of artists, from Quincy Jones to Prince, and kept reinventing himself throughout his career. It is that restless energy that Michael Varekamp and The Legends bring to the stage.
Michael Varekamp on stages around the world
Varekamp was drawn to Miles Davis early in his career and dedicated a significant part of it to his music. He toured across Europe, performed with Miles' longtime saxophonist Sonny Fortune, and received the prestigious Kobe Award in Japan. That international experience comes through in his playing: technically accomplished, yet always sensitive to the space and silence that defined Davis.
So What and Tutu at Stadstheater Zoetermeer
The Legends are the ideal band to tell this story. Classics like So What and Tutu are on the programme, but the evening is more than a straightforward set list. The ensemble takes you through the different phases of Davis' career, from his early hard bop to the electric funk of his later years. This 14 October performance is a try-out, which gives the music an extra sharp and immediate feel.
