Upcoming Concerts

One of the best contemporary jazz singers visit Montmartre this fall. With Kenny Washington’s deep roots in the soul music and world-class scat singing, we here see a jazz and soul singer in line with the very best.

This evening, he is presented by a jazz trio consisting of some of the most recognized and sought-after musicians in Scandinavia, who also back in 2015 recorded the live album “Moanin” at Montmartre, which was released by the legendary record label Storyville Records.

Kenny Washington grew up in New Orleans singing gospel in the church and playing the saxophone, until his big talent for singing was spotted. He has since then been touring most of the world as soloist and has played and recorded with soul and jazz stars such as Joe Locke, Gregory Porter, Paula West, Wynton Marsalis, Roberta Gambarini and Eric Reed.

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This day Swedish trumpetist Anders Bergcrantz releases his newest album “ELEVATE”. And if there’s a musician who lifts up the music, it’s Bergcrantz. He has been awarded with the distinguished award as “Best Jazz Trumpet Player in the World” two times by the acknowledged jazz blog “Jazz Station” by Arnaldo De’Souteiro, and his extremely potent and aggressive play has since the 80’s been a constant source of satisfaction for jazz lovers. He has performed all over the world with his own groups and played with the iconic Page One among others and also many of our young, leading jazz musicians. Stylistically, we are back in the 70’s and 80’s when Freddie Hubbard and Woody Shaw set the agenda – while Bergcrantz adds inspirations from all that music which has influenced jazz since. This evening, Anders Bergcrantz brings some of the sister country’s absolute best musicians. Look forward to experiencing physical and acoustic jazz that blows you away, while the soul gets a nice round of rhythmical massage.

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Veronica Mortensen is one of the country’s most interesting singers. Her warm and direct approach to the Nordic jazz genre is greatly beloved by audiences and critics all over the world. Also, Mortensen is a highly talented songwriter which has resulted in an honorary grant awarded by the composer association Danske Populær Autorer. With five albums in her own name, a large number of concerts at home and abroad plus guest appearances in countless Big Bands under her belt, she is an extremely experienced musician. Besides Mortensen’s regular trio the big jazz talent Mathias Heise joins the group this evening. Heise has through his extraordinary and virtuoso play won a wide range of awards and achieved great national and international recognition. We can expect a concert with main focus on the melody as this group interprets the beautiful compositions written by Veronica Mortensen.

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The self-taught ’synth-hacker’, pianist and producer Mikkel Nejrup Forchhammer creates, under the artist name Nejrup, intricate compositions for the dance floor with a fusion of contemporary house and space-age jazz. Based on an improvisational and jazz centered approach to the music he combines modular soundscapes, live instrumentation and dance-inspired grooves. Nejrup released his debut EP “MANDA” in April 2019. Influenced by bands such as Radiohead and Floating Points the EP is made up of airy synths, improvised live instrumentation and deep harmonies. We can look forward to intense listening and danceable tones, when Nejrup enters the stage with bassist Emil Just and drummer Mikkel Ayi Okine.

This exciting Aarhus-based jazz quartet makes contemporary, modern jazz consisting of sophisticated melodies and harmonies that are carried out in a unique, playful musical interplay. The music has its roots in the traditional jazz, and with band leader Karmen Rõivassepp’s crystal clear vocal in the forefront the group delivers captivating songs in both English and Estonian. The musical and lyrical picture moves elegantly between a feeling of pure joy, tranquil melancholy and covert sorrow. Karmen Rõivassepp Quartet were nominated in the category ”The New Danish Jazz Artist” at Danish Music Awards Jazz 2018 for their debut album “Dance of Sounds” and have since then grown quite a following and achieved great recognition, in both Denmark and abroad.

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International media characterizes Viktoria Tolstoy’s voice as “crystal clear” and “unpretentious and natural”, and the Swedish singer has also succeeded in manifesting herself as one of the most successful jazz singers in Scandinavia since her debut release in 1996. The new album “Stations” from 2020 is based on her own life story and deals with her strong connection to the home country Sweden and her search for her Russian heritage. Tolstoy elegantly balances genres as jazz, pop, and folk music in an emotional – at times melodramatic – musical universe. Accompanied by her regular band and the rising star Joel Lyssarides, she will present a musical repertoire consisting of both interpretations of newer Scandinavian music and also classical jazz standards.

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Johannes Wamberg has become a well-known name on the Danish music scene. He has especially made himself noticed through his unusually tasteful and fluent play. In cooperation with alto saxophonist Oilly Wallace he released the debut album “Easy Living” in 2016, which was one of the most played albums on P8 Jazz the following year. This evening he will be joined on stage by some of his favorite musicians. The concert will offer a mixture of original compositions as well as songs from the American treasury of songs.

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Very few Danish musicians enjoy a similar international career as guitarist Jakob Bro. On contract with famous German record-company ECM, playing jazz festivals the world over, and can be named of the biggest and most internationally known Danish jazz artists today. Jakob Bro?s delicate, melodic, intimate and accommodating music will be properly dressed by adding the three fine US-musicians; Mark Turner, Thomas Morgan and Joey Baron. Big names on their own and joining hands here in presenting Bro?s music the best way. Please have your big expectations ready ? they will not be disappointed.

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It is always good when the jazz baton is passed on. And it is even better when the musician carrying the baton carries it with his heart. The American alto saxophonist Antonio Hart has been 100% focused on the music since he decided to become a musician – no matter what - as a little boy. Hart’s authentic, masculine virile and dead certain play has made him a highly requested sideman in his native country, and he has a number of excellent releases in his back catalogue – both as soloist and featured sideman. Here, he is heard with an impressive European group that contributes with the right amount of heart’s blood and gives Hart the backing he needs and deserves. Physical jazz from the home country of jazz added some pretty invigorating European vitamins – a recipe for success!

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The members of this group are young and active in the Danish jazz community, with strong musical personalities, all of whom are band leaders on their own projects. The compositions are written by Fredrik Moth, but the music is created jointly with room for the individual's voice. The quintet released their first record in 2015 which was very well received by the press: ”(…) All formulated through the really well-written songs that the five musicians relate to. This is not a jam, not at all, it is inspired collaboration where musical wholeness is the goal. It's 8-0 at the break. The tunes catch on. And it swings”. - Henrik Woldsgaard, Jazzspecial. "It Could be Nina" appears solid, well balanced and well thought out, and "The Nameless" is a fine chiseled highlight with the saxophone in a distinguished front position. "- Ivan Rod (Gaffa). Now the group is out with their second album: "Take The B - Train" which we have the pleasure of listening to this evening!

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Widely considered to be the world’s foremost exponent of solo jazz and fingerstyle guitar playing, Martin possesses an inimitable style that has earned him global acclaim from fellow musicians, fans and critics alike. He dazzles audiences with a signature style that artfully combines his virtuosity, emotion and humor with a strong, engaging stage presence. Ulf Wakenius has been the first-choice guitarist of Oscar Peterson, NHØP and many others, and he always manages to capture his audience whether he plays upbeat or a ballad. Ulf is a jazz guitarist extraordinaire, acclaimed and celebrated all over the world. Eric Wakenius, son of Ulf, has been making a name for himself with his unique style of play. He will also contribute with his highly personal vocals on stage.

Pat Metheny, on Martin Taylor: "Martin Taylor is one the most awesome solo guitars players in the history of the instrument!" Oscar Peterson, on Ulf Wakenius: "Ulf Wakenius is one of the greatest guitar players in the world today!" John Scofield, on Eric Wakenius: ”He is incredible!"

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The Danish singer Marie Dahlstrøm, who has been based in London for six years, is known for her warm and ethereal mix of jazz, soul and R&B. She has just released the single “A Loveletter – An Improvisation”, which is a foretaste of her first full-length album that will be released in 2020. With her raw, impassioned and effortless vocal she sings about having found love, while the captivating harmonies are wrapped up by soft chord progressions in the piano. Dahlstrøm has had fruitful collaborations with Tom Misch and Alfa Mist under her belt, and after twelve months of working on her debut album, she is finally ready to unveil her new material.

After five fantastic and sold out shows last year, we’re thrilled to celebrate Christmas with this star-quartet again – and this year with new songs in the repertoire of Norby’s favorite Christmas songs.

Cæcilie Norby is not only among the elite of Scandinavian jazz singers but also a leading and renowned artist on the entire European jazz scene with releases on both the legendary record company Blue Note and lately on the prestigious German record company ACT. Time after time she has presented the audience with fantastic and versatile vocal music. At these five unique Christmas concerts, the audience is invited to world-class interplay and improvisation. With her, she has a Swedish all-star trio deluxe: Ulf Wakenius is a jazz guitarist of God's grace, who among other things sat in one of the most sought-after jazz seats for 10 years, namely in Oscar Petersons Quartet. Lars Danielsson has been awarded the "Best International Bass Player" of the German Grammy, Echo Awards, in the past three years. Magnus Öström is a true master on drums and was one third of the legendary Esbjörn Svensson Trio from start to finish.

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Following our tradition this trio of international class delivers the festive concerts between Christmas and New Year. Bobo Moreno, Ole Kock Hansen and Bo Stief are all virtuoso artists who have established themselves strongly in the Danish music life with many successful concerts - including many sold out houses in Montmartre. Bobo Moreno's legendary vocal is in this trio given the focus his great talent deserves. The repertoire is carefully selected and consists of a wide selection from several different genres. The songs are interpreted in personal editions with the three musicians own original fingerprints. Together, the three musicians have created an open, entertaining and unpretentious style that provides space for delightful, uplifting and virtuoso music for all.

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Guitarist and composer Rasmus Oppenhagen Krogh present his latest project Whereabouts. The project has developed over the past few years and culminates with the album “Whereabouts” expected to be released in the autumn of 2020. “Whereabouts” will be the second release from Oppenhagen Krogh following his acclaimed debut album Distill from 2017. While the upcoming album features a group of seven musicians, this concert will showcase the music in a smaller group with room to explore new facets of the material.

Whereabouts explores the intersection between written material and improvisation, simplicity and complexity, the relation between time and space and the sonic qualities of the musicians as a unity. The group consists of some of the leading musicians from the Danish music scene today, who have all worked across different genres and expressions and are known for their work with internationally recognized bands/artists such as Jakob Bro and IRAH among others.

Come join an exceptional musical experience filled with charming energy and joy, when Jazzkollektivet presents Øresund Triplettes and their “Tribute to The Andrew Sisters”. The Andrew Sisters was an American close-harmony vocal trio that made a name for themselves in the swing and boogie-woogie era. The trio is behind songs as “Don’t Sit Under the Apple Tree” and “Shoo Shoo Baby”. The concert will offer several of their original songs and continue the tradition to vocal jazz in the year 2020.

Jazzkollektivet is a community that consists of Nordic jazz talents. The ambition with the collective, which were founded in 2016, is to support a sprouting growth layer of young musicians and contribute to these talents making a living of their arts.