Jetse de Jong
is a pianist who grew up in a musical home. He first performed in local bars and restaurants as of age 13. With his fascination for improvisation, songs and accompaniment, Jetse is a sought-after pianist for all kinds of occasions. He gracefully tickles the piano ivories while fronting his New Orleans project Bayou Bayou and tours the world's theatres with Sven Ratzke. He has played with: Sven Ratzke, Michelle David, Jim van der Zee, WDR Funkhausorchester, Groot Omroepkoor, Eric Vloeimans, Laura Fygi, Isla van Hout, Hein de Jong, Rocky Horror Show and Hedwig and the Angry Inch (Berlin), among others, and graduated in 2019 with a bachelor degree in Jazz Piano from the Amsterdam Conservatory.