Gypsy Mania

  • Glen Helgeson
    Master world-beat guitarist
  • Gary Schulte
    Jazz violinist and Prairie Home
    Companion veteran
  • Reynold Philipsek
    Jazz guitar virtuoso
  • Matt Senjem
    Jazz bassist extraordinaire

A spontaneous, vivid performance by some of Minnesota’s most stellar gypsy-jazz artists played in the Django Reinhardt French swing tradition of the 1930’s. Gypsy Mania features an exceptional stylistic dimension with prodigious improvisation – a group not to be missed.


The ensemble includes the unmistakable mastery of jazz violinist Gary Schulte, plus blinding solos from guitarist Reynold Philipsek, the diverse guitar styling of Glen Helgeson, and tasty, refined bass work from acoustic bassist Matt Senjem.


Gypsy Mania Quartet is the creation of longtime bandleader and guitar stylist Glen Helgeson, who is known for pulling together the stars of the Minnesota music scene. Helgeson is an ambassador in the jazz tradition, bringing diverse world music styles to people, educating them in these traditions, and manifesting an unusual ability to write in those genres.


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"Gypsy Mania Hot Club Quartet"

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Press Kit

To book this group for your special event call direct: 763-360-7662


(Booking Information and Prices)

Download Press Sheets here:

Gypsy Mania info sheet (PDF 1)

Gypsy Mania band bios (PDF 2)


“The Gypsy Mania concert was one of the most delightful and extraordinary concerts of the Jazz@StBarney's season! The remarkable technical facility of each of the players was matched only by the sheer energy and exuberance of the ensemble's performance. This is a group we'll want back again and again!”
- Jeff Whitmill, Director, St. Barnabas Center for the Arts

“Extraordinary jazz...many positive comments on the beauty of the music - your trio was instrumental in creating an enjoyable atmosphere which lead to the success of the event.”
- Joy Peterson Hubler, Hubler Family Business Consultants

“We enjoyed your music and you were a pleasure to work with... It was a beautiful evening along the waterfront and your music was a perfect match.”
- Roxanne Wightman, Director of Movies & Music on the Waterfront, Stillwater MN

“Your quartet's lively, smooth and beautiful music rivaled our Arboretum flowers. I cannot tell you enough how much we all enjoyed your music.”
- Ashley Fox, Minnesota Landscape Arboretum

“Gypsy Mania did a great job.”
Jessica Loucks,
- Hennepin Government Center director