Norma Winstone with Dave Holland and NDR Bigband

Dave Holland, born in Wolverhampton, England, is a notable jazz bassist celebrated for his work in post-bop, avant-garde, and fusion. Initially self-taught, Holland drew early influence from jazz greats like Leroy Vinnegar and Charles Mingus. He gained fame playing with Miles Davis, contributing to albums like "In a Silent Way" and "Bitches Brew." A Grammy-winner, Holland has led innovative collaborations with Kenny Wheeler and Steve Coleman. He's known for his albums "Conference of the Birds" and "What Goes Around." Besides performing, Holland has also dedicated much of his career to music education and continues to push jazz boundaries.

The NDR Bigband, a leading European jazz orchestra, transcends genres with 17 musicians. They've played 1,600 concerts and collaborated with Al Jarreau, Randy Brecker, and Maria Schneider, among others.