Jazz Finland Live

16-18 Kustaa Hiekan Lukutupa 

Tuomo Uusitalo & Kari Antila Duo
Originally from Ylöjärvi, pianist Tuomo Uusitalo has studied music in Austria and performed around the globe. New York-based since 2012, Uusitalo has established himself in the jazz circles of the city and collaborated with a number of jazz stars, including Tommy Dorsey Orchestra, Justin Brown, Dayna Stephens, Peter Slavov, Ulysses Owens Jr., David Schnitter, Rich Perry, Joe Farnsworth and Elliott Mason. 

At Jazzkukko, he will be joining guitarist Kari Antila.

Mauri Mikkola Quintet 
Laitila-native, today Turku-based electric guitarist Mauri Mikkola is the frontman of this outfit. The quintet was founded in 2013 and they released their debut Lux et Umbra last year. Performing their leader's music, the group explores the borderlands of harmony and dissonance and experiments on rhythm. MMQ incorporates influences from various genres, such as jazz, jazz fusion, classical music and prog rock. 

Mauri Mikkola, electric guitar, guitar synth
Hannu Hiltula, tenor sax
Kristiina Karsten, keys
Johannes Peltola, bass
Karri Kerkelä, drums

Free entry!

20:00 Final Concert & Final Jam Session

Luiz Marquez & Jose Montiel (MEX)

Jazzkukko Houseband feat. Tuomo Uusitalo