Gerry Höller: New chapter as a music teacher and blues musician!

Gerry Höller: New chapter as a music teacher and blues musician!

A significant change in the music scene of Wiener Neustadt takes place with the closure of Gerry Höller's “Tonwerk”, which has been serving as a place for private music lessons since 2016. The blues musician and member of the trio "The Hoodoo Men" states that he now wants to concentrate on his full-time job at the music middle school. The large number of concert dates and his obligations as a teacher have no longer made it possible to continue the lesson, said Höller. This decision means the end of an era for many of his students, who could enjoy his experience and expertise in blues and jazz guitar.

The trio "The Hoodoo Men", consisting of Gerry Höller, Peter Samek and Wolfgang Leinweber, remains active and will appear live on February 10, 2024. Her musical style is characterized by the electric chicago blues, which became popular on Maxwell Street in the 1950s. Höller, who studied in the United States, and Samek, an experienced blues musician with over 40 years of stage presence, bring her passion for this music style back on stage. Leinweber, the famous drummer from the 80s, also ensures rhythmic substructure while presenting their songs. According to the announcement, the concert will take place in the BlueGarage, a renowned venue for blues and jazz sounds in the region, such as Bluegarage.at .

This step is particularly relevant in the current music landscape, which is characterized by the return of live music. The opportunity to experience the "Hoodoo Men" live offers fans and newcomers to blues music an exciting opportunity to experience the tradition of Chicago Blues up close and to go on a journey through the sounds and stories of blues history. The combination of Höller's musical knowledge and the legendary sound of the trio guarantees an unforgettable performance.

The closure of "Tonwerk" and the upcoming appearance of the trio are a clear sign of the dynamic development of the music scene in Wiener Neustadt, which constantly changes and adapts.