Jazz Middelheim is back
6-7-8-9 June 2025
Park Den Brandt

Theo Croker

Sunday

Theo Croker is a visionary trumpeter and composer reshaping the boundaries of modern music. The grandson of jazz icon Doc Cheatham, Croker merges his rich musical heritage with an innovative approach, bridging jazz, hip-hop, R&B, and pop. His collaborations with luminaries like Dee Dee Bridgewater, J. Cole, Jill Scott, Ari Lennox, and Common reflect his genre-defying artistry and wide-ranging appeal. With three acclaimed projects—BLK2LIFE: A Future Past, Love Quantum, and Jazz at Berlin Philharmonic XIII: Sketches of Miles—Croker’s work transcends tradition, earning him a Grammy nomination and global recognition. His unforgettable Tiny Desk performance further cemented his reputation as a captivating live artist, whose infectious energy and emotive playing leave audiences spellbound. Croker continues to push musical boundaries, delivering resonant, genre-transcendent compositions that place him at the forefront of contemporary jazz and beyond.

a new
chapter in the legacy of
jazz middelheim.

FRIDAY 6 TO

MONDAY 9 JUNE 2025

PARK DEN BRANDT
ANTWERP
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