Three of the Nordic region’s biggest jazz names come together in a unique concert featuring compositions by pianist Lars Jansson and vocalist Sinne Eeg. They are joined by special guest saxophonist Hans Ulrik.
Sinne Eeg captivates audiences across much of the world with her virtuosic singing, her “dark, velvety” Scandinavian sound, and her ever-charming stage presence. She is a recognized composer who has released 12 albums under her own name, five of which have received a Danish Music Award for Best Vocal Release of the Year. Sinne has received a wealth of prizes and honors, most recently the French order Ordre des Arts et des Lettres, the French state’s recognition of achievements in art, culture, and literature.
Lars Jansson is considered a godfather of Scandinavian jazz. For four decades, he has delighted fans around the world with his distinctive and memorable melodies. In addition to being a gifted pianist, Jansson is also a highly regarded c...
Three of the Nordic region’s biggest jazz names come together in a unique concert featuring compositions by pianist Lars Jansson and vocalist Sinne Eeg. They are joined by special guest saxophonist Hans Ulrik.
Sinne Eeg captivates audiences across much of the world with her virtuosic singing, her “dark, velvety” Scandinavian sound, and her ever-charming stage presence. She is a recognized composer who has released 12 albums under her own name, five of which have received a Danish Music Award for Best Vocal Release of the Year. Sinne has received a wealth of prizes and honors, most recently the French order Ordre des Arts et des Lettres, the French state’s recognition of achievements in art, culture, and literature.
Lars Jansson is considered a godfather of Scandinavian jazz. For four decades, he has delighted fans around the world with his distinctive and memorable melodies. In addition to being a gifted pianist, Jansson is also a highly regarded composer. His lyrical compositions clearly reflect his Scandinavian roots, and he has become known for his original fusion of Nordic tonalities and American swing. Jansson has worked with prominent musicians such as Jan Garbarek, Steve Swallow, Bob Berg, Georg Riedel, and Rigmor Gustafsson.
Hans Ulrik is regarded by many as Denmark’s leading saxophonist due to his characteristic, crisp tone. He is best known as a tenor saxophonist in the DR Big Band, but he also performs regularly with Lars Jansson and his own quartet. Hans Ulrik has received numerous awards and accolades for his many albums, including Jazz and Mambo (1999), which was named Album of the Year by Jazzspecial....
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