Lea Havelund’s music moves freely and effortlessly between Nordic folk, jazz, tango, and classical influences. As a singer, cellist, and composer, she creates a poetic and virtuosic universe where her warm vocals and distinctive cello playing are closely interwoven. With her classical background, instinctive musicality, and a keen ear for genre-defying expression, she stands out as an original and deeply personal composer and arranger.
Lea Havelund has appeared in a wide range of music theatre productions, including at Østre Gasværk, Folketeatret, Malmö City Theatre, and the Royal Danish Theatre. She has also collaborated with prominent musicians such as Nikolaj Hess, Anders “AC” Christensen, Gustaf Ljunggren, and Bo Stief’s New Dreams Trio featuring Poul Halberg and Alex Riel, as well as Bjarke Falgren, Åkervinda, and the international ensemble Atlas. In addition, she has performed as a soloist on several occasions, including with the Odense Symphony Orchest...
Lea Havelund’s music moves freely and effortlessly between Nordic folk, jazz, tango, and classical influences. As a singer, cellist, and composer, she creates a poetic and virtuosic universe where her warm vocals and distinctive cello playing are closely interwoven. With her classical background, instinctive musicality, and a keen ear for genre-defying expression, she stands out as an original and deeply personal composer and arranger.
Lea Havelund has appeared in a wide range of music theatre productions, including at Østre Gasværk, Folketeatret, Malmö City Theatre, and the Royal Danish Theatre. She has also collaborated with prominent musicians such as Nikolaj Hess, Anders “AC” Christensen, Gustaf Ljunggren, and Bo Stief’s New Dreams Trio featuring Poul Halberg and Alex Riel, as well as Bjarke Falgren, Åkervinda, and the international ensemble Atlas. In addition, she has performed as a soloist on several occasions, including with the Odense Symphony Orchestra.
The quartet performs Lea Havelund’s original compositions from her critically acclaimed debut album Ventede Ven (2023), as well as brand-new works written for the trio.
Selected reviews:
“A compelling and warm universe, where Lea Havelund’s wide-ranging voice wove in and out of her assured cello playing, alongside pianist Mads Søndergaard’s sparkling keyboard work […] The two exciting and technically superb musicians complement each other beautifully.”
— Christiansfeld Avis, 2025
“Havelund is a confident composer whose melodies and lyrics color the listener’s thoughts with joy, melancholy, and reflection.”
— Jazz Special, 2023
“Extraordinary artists […] unrestrained passion and virtuosity […] a wonderful musical adventure.”
— Muziek Mozaiek Folk & Jazz, 2023...
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