Redtenbacher's Funkestra

A stellar quartet of musicians, namely, Jana Varga (vocals, guitar, flute), Pete Billington (keyboards, guitar), Mike Sturgis (drums), and bandleader Stefan Redtenbacher (bass) explore Joni Mitchell’s cherished repertoire to provide a spellbinding 'reimagining' homage to the classic work of this legendary artist. Joni Mitchell's unique song catalogue has intrigued and captivated artists and audiences alike and bandleader Stefan Redtenbacher caught the bug after 'jamming' a Joni tune during lockdown which, bit by bit, led to a deep dive into Mitchell's iconic work. With his a multi-million streaming band, Redtenbachers Funkestra - an exceptional lineup of international musicians with impressive credits, including collaborations with music legends like Bowie, Elton, and Herbie Hancock - Redtenbacher started to re-arrange and re-imagine her compositions, very much mirroring the creative sensibilities of Joni herself. After a series of successful concerts, in various formats, including sold out shows at Ronnie Scott’s famous venue, this intimate version touring for 2025 features a not to be missed, quartet line up bringing a particularly 'up close and personal' (re) examination of Joni's unique artistry. Jana Varga | vocals, flute, acoustic guitar, Pete Billington | keyboards, guitar, Mike Sturgis | drums, Stefan Redtenbacher | bass, bandleader