i Giocosi

My greatest wish used to be to play world music in addition to classical music. I first encountered klezmer in Germany. This music, which was completely unfamiliar to me, immediately captivated me. I also discovered the spirited brass bands of the Balkans and samba. I was able to realize all of this with I Giocosi. I Giocosi is derived from Italian and means cheerful and playful. This name says it all for us.

Ako Karim, Clarinet and Saxophone

studied instrumental music education at the Wiesbaden Music Academy under Wolfram Rocke, earned a Bachelor of Music degree at the Arnhem Conservatory in Zolle, Netherlands, under Frans Dejon, and a Master of Music degree at the Lemmens Institute in Leuven, Belgium, under Eddy Vanoosthuyse. He has been working for many years as a freelance artist in various orchestras, ensembles, and theater and music projects in Germany and Europe.

Veronika Keber, Flöte

studied at the Wiesbaden Music Academy with Lars Asbjörnsen. Graduated in 2005 as a state-certified instrumental teacher and in 2009 with a diploma from the Frankfurt University of Music and Performing Arts. Works as an instrumental teacher and plays in various ensembles.

Jens Mackenthun, Gitarre

The trained jazz musician with extensive live experience has a broad musical horizon for pop, funk, and world music.

Susanne Klar, Piano

studied music education and artistic training at the Mannheim-Heidelberg University of Music, majoring in piano under Prof. Siegbert Panzer. She works as a freelance piano teacher and performs in various ensembles.

Harald Becher, Kontrabass

Guitarist and bassist since 1977. Has realized many projects in Germany and worldwide, including with Lulo Reinhardt. Member of I Giocosi since 2016.

Gilbert Kuhn, Drums

The trained jazz musician with extensive live experience and a broad musical horizon for pop, funk, and world music conveys a positive attitude and motivates listeners to enjoy listening and participating.