Jazz Finland Live

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Mortal Lease interprets compositions by Josefiina Vannesluoma based on the poems of Edith Wharton (1862–1937). The band takes its name from the sonnet series "Mortal Lease," published in 1909, which, when interpreted autobiographically, portrays Wharton's late-life passionate romance and the ensuing tensions in the search for a meaningful existence. The lyrical imagery comes alive in the jazz ensemble's hands, transforming into symphonic scenes. In addition to the piano trio accompanying Vannesluoma, the concert will feature Sampo Kasurinen on alto flute, tenor saxophone, and clarinet. The band is set to release their debut album in October 2023 through Flame Jazz Record

Josefiina Vannesluoma - vocals and compositions
Nathan Francis - double bass
Mikael Myrskog - piano
Ville Luukkonen - drums
Sampo Kasurinen - wind instruments

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Experienced music industry multi-talent, songwriter, pop artist, and soul magician Antti Kleemola will sing as a soloist with the Jazz Jkl Collective, interpreting jazz classics that groove in both traditional and modern styles from various decades. The setlist includes songs recorded by the likes of Frank Sinatra, George Benson, and Al Jarreau.

Soulful singer-songwriter Antti Kleemola from Jyväskylä has become known to a wide audience through his pop gems on solo albums and his hit songs for other artists. Kleemola has previously shone as a soloist in UMO Helsinki Jazz Orchestra's Stevie Wonder tribute concerts and in the Funky Finns soul band, which was a hit at last summer's Pori Jazz Festival. Kleemola's interpretations of jazz songs are spiced up with soul and pop nuances.

Antti Kleemola – vocals
Tuomas Paukku – guitar
Marian Petrescu – piano
Pekka Törmänen – bass
Kasper Halttunen – drums

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