Jazz Finland Live

Peela consists of some of the finest upcoming jazz musicians in Helsinki, centering around the compositions of guitarist Johannes Granroth.

They draw influences from jazz, funk rock and neo soul to a blend where improvisation, powerful melodies, lush harmony and groovy rhythms play a central role. Their music is mostly instrumental, though at times enhanced by Maja Mannila’s virtuosic singing.

"Feels incredibly amazing to be able to play around the country with Peela, especially after these pandemic years. We are just thrilled! Hope we'll catch you too on the way!", wishes band leader Grahroth.

The band was founded in 2016 and along with actively gigging for nearly four years, Peela has released their debut album Layers in 2018, as well as their second album/ep Stepping Stones in 2020. They have managed to catch the attention of acclaimed musicians such as pianist Iiro Rantala, giving them a push in the right direction.

”Peela has great chemistry – as it only consists of strong personalities, that still don't overshadow each other. Together these talents are even more”, Pentti Ronkanen praises the group on the site Suomijazz.com

Peela
Johannes Granroth, guitar / Maja Mannila, vocals and keys / Sami Leponiemi, saxophone / Oliver Karttunen, bass / Mikko Antila, percussion and keys / Severi Sorjonen, drums

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Peela on Jazz Finland Tour:
Fri 11.3. at 19 Espoo, Kannusali
Sun 27.3. at 19 Oulun Musiikkijuhlat, Teatteri Rio
Tue 29.3. at 20 Lappeenranta, Ravintola Lamppu
Thu 31.3. at 19 Jyväskylä, Poppari
Fri 1.4. at 20 Porvoo, Vanha 123
Tue 5.4. at 19 Joensuu, Kerubi
Wed 6.4. at 19 Kuopio, Trattoria Sorrento Vanha Mylly
Sat 9.4. at 19 Salo, Bizarre

Jazz Finland is a national service organisation dedicated to the promotion of jazz music and jazz culture in Finland. Through its 10 annual, nationwide tours, Jazz Finland supports its mission to enable flourishing live jazz culture everywhere in the country. In the spring of 2022, Jazz Finland produces two tours of its own, and supports three tour productions. Jazz Finland operates regionally through its 47 independent member organisations and maintains this Jazz Finland news platform, database and consert calendar.

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Open event

Showtime at 19:00, doors at 18:00
Tickets € 40, at the door € 49.
(Advance tickets: kukkesand@hotmail.com)

Having been among the brightest stars of the jazz world since the 80s, the guitar virtuoso Frank Gambale brings his fusion quartet of top musicians to the stage of Pori's Validi Karki club, which celebrates its 11th anniversary. 

Frank Gambale All-Star Band:
Frank Gambale, guitar
Gergo Borlai, drums
Hadrien Feraud, bass
Jerry Léonide, keyboards

"Frank Gambale is one of the best guitar players on the planet."
Chick Corea – keyboard legend and 22-time Grammy Award Winner 

"I'd like to take a month off to study with Frank Gambale."
Pat Metheny – jazz guitarist 

"I'd like to cut his hands off."
John McLaughlin – The Mahavishnu Orchestra founder and guitar legend 

Open event

Tickets 20/18 € in advance at www.nettilippu.fi and at the door half an hour before the concert.

Raoul Björkenheim is celebrating his 40-year career as an artist. At Kulttuurikellari he performs with Raoul Björkenheim eCsTaSy founded in 2011. The band's first two albums were nominated for best jazz album of the year at the Emma Awards upon their release. 

Raoul Björkenheim eCsTaSy
Raoul Björkenheim – electric guitar
Pauli Lyytinen – saxophone
Jori Huhtala – double bass
Markku Ounaskari – drums

Tour production: Vapaat äänet

Photo of Raoul Björkenheim: Maarit Kytöharju

Open event

Tickets € 17.50

Joonas Tuuri arrives at the Eclipse Jazz Club with his quartet to celebrate the release of the new Dimensions album. The two pre-released singles from the album have gained international interest on major jazz playlists on Spotify and YouTube.

Joonas Tuuri - double bass
Ilmari Rönkä - saxophone
Toomas Keski-Säntti - piano
Anssi Tirkkonen - drums

Open event