Interviews – Jazz in Europe

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EyiTemi: Fighter

Behind the scenes we all have our struggles. Some of us work to find different strategies to cope with these struggles (I hope) and sometimes those strategies work, sometimes they...

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WAAN: Exploring Boundaries in Jazz and Dance Fusion

One of the most exciting Dutch bands right now is WAAN, a creative partnership between seasoned alto saxophonist Bart Wirtz and keyboard wizard Emiel van Rijthoven. WAAN delivers...

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A Tale of Two Cities: In Conversation with Rin Seo

Hailing from South Korea, composer, conductor and pianist Rin Seo encompasses the ever-changing nature of the ensemble jazz scene, through her 14 piece genre-defying Rin Seo...

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Marike van Dijk, Expanding Boundaries with the Nu-Art Orchestra

Dutch saxophonist, composer and bandleader Marike van Dijk, has steadily carved out a distinctive voice on the European jazz scene. Known for her adventurous spirit and commitment...

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SADA, Echoes Across Borders.

Recently, I had the chance to listen to some pre-release tracks from SADA’s upcoming album “Echoes of Maqam”, and I was immediately fascinated by the band’s unique blend...

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Zurich Jazz Orchestra, Still Expanding Boundaries after 30 years

2025 is a milestone for Zurich Jazz Orchestra (ZJO), their 30th anniversary. Having followed the band over many years, this milestone presents the perfect opportunity to take an...

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Ineza, on identity, loss, and carving her own path

I first saw Ineza perform live at Jazzahead a few years ago, and her voice and presence made a strong impression. Since then, she has been building a quiet but steady profile...

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‘Feed Your Head’ with Veronica Swift

One of the best phrases that I’ve came across is “when we overthink things, is where we start derailing” and it’s an extract from a short YouTube video of American...

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Jim Hart, The Cloudmakers Trio’s Expanding Universe

Jim Hart has never been one to sit still, musically or otherwise. Whether he’s behind a vibraphone, a drum kit, or a piano, he’s always been drawn to the edges of what’s...

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Joe Sanders: Parallel Paths and finding his unique voice.

Joe Sanders is an American bassist, composer, and producer whose career has taken him from Milwaukee to southern France, where he now calls home. Known for his dynamic versatility...

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Spinifex: Navigating The “Gray Zone”

For almost twenty years, Tobias Klein has built a clear path in modern jazz and improvised music. As the leader of Spinifex, an Amsterdam-based group known for mixing composition...

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