Stiftung Schloss Neuhardenberg with Till Brönner and Dieter Ilg

Till Brönner, born in Viersen, Germany, is a renowned trumpeter and crooner blending jazz with R&B and hip-hop. Debuting with 1993's Generations of Jazz, he gained fame for his improvisational skills. Known for works like Love and Rio, and collaborations with Bob James and Melody Gardot, his albums have won numerous awards. Brönner's adventurous style and iconic tracks with artists like Chet Baker and Joy Denalane cement his status as Germany's top-selling jazz musician.

Dieter Ilg, born 1961, is a jazz and classical double bassist known for blending both styles. Renowned internationally for his lyrical, expressive playing and leadership.