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SUMMARY:Voice Flute Flux
DESCRIPTION:Josefiina Vannesluoma is a jazz vocalist\, flautist and composer who draws inspiration from\, among other things\, languages\, ways of communicating\, visual arts and lingering in cafés. \nIn her solo concert\, Vannesluoma delves into the meeting points between linguistic expression\, singing and flute playing. Her inner dialogue invites the listener into a stream of thoughts and gestures\, where surprising turns become a source of delight. \nVannesluoma’s free expression reflects an open-minded attitude and musical fascinations ranging from jazz traditions and Brazilian music to contemporary classical music. At the jaZZanti concert\, there will also be a world premiere of a composition by Juho Valjakka for Vannesluoma’s voice and flute playing. \nVannesluoma’s debut solo album The Mortal Lease (Flame Jazz Records 2023) was nominated for the Jazz Album of the Year category at the Emma Gala and received excellent reviews in the Finnish media. An active performer and constantly releasing new music\, Vannesluoma also leads the vocal ensemble Signe and makes freely improvised music with American double bassist Kenneth Jimenez. Vannesluoma’s clear\, luminous upper register can likewise be heard on Heräämisen valkea myrsky\, the album by Mikko Sarvanne Garden that won the 2023 Teosto Prize. \n“…the star of the evening was vocalist Josefiina Vannesluoma\, who at times sounded like an opera singer and often adopted very different characters with her voice. In her wildest moments\, she carried out entire conversations all by herself in completely invented languages\, whose intonation\, timing and richness of colour were simply jaw-dropping\, and also truly delightful to witness —”\n– Telakka Jazz 2023 concert review by Jussi Niemi / Soundi.fi\, 14 January 2023 \n“Vannesluoma’s supple phrasing\, impeccably beautiful articulation and consistently bright tone set her interpretations soaring.”\n– Turun Sanomat\, 12 November 2023 \nPhoto: Sakari Puhakka \nThe concert is supported by City of Helsinki\, Svenska Kulturfonden and The Finnish Music Foundation. \n  \n \n 
URL:https://helsinkijazz.fi/en/events/voice-flute-flux/
LOCATION:Villa Hakasalmi\, Mannerheimintie 13B\, Helsinki\, 00100
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SUMMARY:Impérial Quartet
DESCRIPTION:Damien Sabatier: alto and sopranino saxophones\nHugues Mayot: tenor saxophone\nJoachim Florent: double bass\nAntonin Leymarie: drums \nThe driving forces behind the ensemble are the two saxophonists Damien Sabatier and Gérald Chevillon\, who also founded Impérial Quartet in 2010. At the jaZZanti concert\, however\, Chevillon will be replaced by the outstanding saxophonist Hugues Mayot\, who performs\, among others\, with the French National Jazz Orchestra. \nOn their fifth album\, Imperial Quartet continues to explore the folk traditions of Central Europe and the regions shaped by the Danube. As a cultural thread\, the river symbolizes cycles\, encounters\, and the blending of Eastern and Western cultures. \nThe quartet draws from vernacular traditions—Balkan\, Hungarian\, Romani\, and klezmer music—highlighting their emotional depth and rhythmic richness. Modality\, asymmetrical time signatures\, and virtuosity intertwine in a free musical language nourished by improvisation. Melodies are reshaped\, fused\, and reimagined with intention in a contemporary form. \nFunctioning as a true laboratory for experimental work with sound and rhythm\, the ensemble composes and arranges collectively in search of an organic sonic palette. Alternating between introspective softness and powerful bursts of energy\, Dunav Magika is a poetic and magical sonic journey in which jazz enters into dialogue with the living memory of European cultures. \nPhoto: Istvan Meszaros \nSoul Diaspora\, Impérial Quartet\nhttps://youtu.be/atNvGQz1OR4 \nThe concert is supported by City of Helsinki\, Svenska Kulturfonden and The Finnish Music Foundation.
URL:https://helsinkijazz.fi/en/events/imperial-quartet/
LOCATION:Villa Hakasalmi\, Mannerheimintie 13B\, Helsinki\, 00100
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SUMMARY:Eero Koivistoinen and Reiska Laine 80th Anniversary Concert
DESCRIPTION:Two legends of Finnish jazz in a celebratory concert at the Savoy Theatre \nSaxophonist and composer Eero Koivistoinen and drummer Reino “Reiska” Laine\, both celebrating their 80th birthdays\, are among the pioneers of Finnish jazz. The actively performing musicians will celebrate their long and versatile careers in a concert at the Savoy Theatre on October 28. \nThe first half of the concert features Reiska Laine’s sextet\, with Koivistoinen and Laine joined on stage by Jari Perkiömäki (saxophone)\, Mikko “Gunu” Karjalainen (trumpet)\, Olli Ahvenlahti (piano)\, and Filemon von Numers (double bass). The program includes Koivistoinen’s own compositions as well as works by great jazz masters such as Miles Davis and John Coltrane\, also marking their centennial anniversaries. \nAfter the intermission\, the Sibelius Academy Big Band\, conducted by Bianca Rantala\, takes the stage. Together with Eero Koivistoinen\, the ensemble performs his compositions from different decades as well as his arrangement of John Coltrane’s classic Equinox. \nListen to Eero Koivistoinen\nListen to Reiska Laine \nWelcome to celebrate Finnish jazz as part of the Jazz in Finland 100! \nDuration approx. 2.5 hours\, including intermission. \nStalls: K-18 licensed serving area. Balcony: no age restriction\, no alcohol service. \nThe concert is organised in cooperation by Savoy Theatre and Helsinki Jazz Association. \nPhoto: Sakari Puhakka
URL:https://helsinkijazz.fi/en/events/eero-koivistoinen-and-reiska-laine-80th-anniversary-concert/
LOCATION:Savoy Theatre\, Kasarmikatu 46-48\, Helsinki\, 00130\, Suomi
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SUMMARY:jaZZanti Concert Series - Autumn Programme 2026
DESCRIPTION:The autumn jaZZanti concert series presents 14 concerts featuring inspiring\, high-quality jazz and improvised music.\n \nIn 2026\, it will be 100 years since jazz symbolically arrived in Finland aboard the ship Andania on June 4\, 1926. Helsinki Jazz’s autumn programme reflects the Jazz Finland 100 anniversary year by presenting a diverse cross-section of top-level Finnish jazz. \nThis year also marks 30 years since Charles Gil founded the Vapaat Äänet agency; the autumn season includes two concerts featuring French artists. \nThe highlight of the season is a jubilee concert by two legends of Finnish jazz at the Savoy Theatre on 29 October 2026. Performers include Reiska Laine’s sextet and the Sibelius Academy Big Band led by Bianca Rantala\, featuring Eero Koivistoinen as soloist. \njaZZanti concerts are held at the cozy Villa Hakasalmi\, Mannerheimintie 13B. \nTicket prices at Villa Hakasalmi: regular 22 €\, pensioners\, unemployed and members of Helsinki Jazz Association 17 €\, students 14 €\, buddy ticket for two 34 €. Advance tickets are available on the Helsinki Jazz website at the same price as at the door. \nMore detailed artist presentations will be presented here later on. \n03.08.26 Kalle Kalima – Antti Lötjönen duo\nKalle Kalima: guitar; Antti Lötjönen: double bass. \n10.08.26 Roberto Negro (FR) – Pärt & Songs\nRoberto Negro: piano. Featuring Arvo Pärt’s early compositions from 1950. In collaboration with Vapaat Äänet. \n17.08.26 Sanni Orasmaa solo\nSanni Orasmaa: vocals and piano. \n31.08.26 Selma Savolainen – Toomas Keski-Säntti duo\nSelma Savolainen: vocals; Toomas Keski-Säntti: piano. \n26.10.26 Kadi Vija solo\nKadi Vija: vocals and keyboards. A solo performance of the Jazz Emma Award-winning recording Tiny Hands Gathering Wonder\, The World Becomes Magic. \n29.10.26 Eero Koivistoinen & Reiska Laine 80th Anniversary Concert\nTwo Finnish jazz legends in a jubilee concert at the Savoy Theatre. First half features Reiska Laine’s sextet — Reiska Laine: drums; Eero Koivistoinen: saxophones; Jari Perkiömäki: saxophones; Mikko “Gunu” Karjalainen: trumpet; Olli Ahvenlahti: piano; Filemon von Numers: double bass. In the second half\, the Sibelius Academy Big Band\, directed by Bianca Rantala and joined by Eero Koivistoinen\, performs Koivistoinen’s compositions from different decades as well as his arrangement of John Coltrane’s classic Equinox. In collaboration with the Savoy Theatre. Tickets 20–45 € via the Savoy Theatre website. \n09.11.26 Pauli Lyytinen – Markku Ounaskari duo\nPauli Lyytinen: saxophones; Markku Ounaskari: drums and percussion. \n16.11.26 Harri Sjöström Quintet\nHarri Sjöström: saxophones; Heikki Nikula: bass clarinet; Veli Kujala: accordion; Libero Mureddu: piano; Jukka Kääriäinen: guitar. \n23.11.26 Lotus Flowers (FR-DE)\nSakina Abdou (FR): tenor saxophone; Angelika Niescier (DE): alto saxophone; Bruno Angelini (FR): piano and compositions. In collaboration with Vapaat Äänet. \n30.11.26 Juhani Aaltonen – Heikki Sarmanto duo & Juhani Aaltonen – Raoul Björkenheim duo\nJuhani Aaltonen: flute; Heikki Sarmanto: piano; Raoul Björkenheim: guitar. \n02.12.26 Jusu Berghäll: SOLO Coltrane album release concert\nJoakim (Jusu) Berghäll: saxophones. New interpretations of compositions by Alice and John Coltrane. \n07.12.12 Mikko Antila – Ilmari Rönkä duo: Magic Meadow album release concert\nIlmari Rönkä: saxophones and flute; Mikko Antila: vibraphone. \n08.12.26 Children’s concert\nMikko Antila: vibraphone and percussion; Josh Levine: double bass\, vocals and percussion; Sami Kontola: drums and percussion. Oodi Central Library\, Maija Hall. Free admission. \n14.12.12 Ljungkvist (SE) – Backström – Leppänen trio\nFredrik Ljungkvist (SE): clarinets; Jonathan Backström: double bass; Joonas Leppänen: drums. \nProgramme subject to change; updates are available here.
URL:https://helsinkijazz.fi/en/events/jazzanti-concert-series-autumn-programme-2026/
LOCATION:Villa Hakasalmi\, Mannerheimintie 13B\, Helsinki\, 00100
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