Mathias Eick Quintet
Thursday, June 27 8 pm
The Norwegian trumpeter Mathias Eick, renowned for his signature tone and compelling performance style, has secured his place as an exceptional soloist and a uniquely adept band leader. His tuneful compositions, executed by a top-tier ensemble, have enthralled audiences the world over.
Eick has spent years refining his craft, both as a standout performer and as band leader. The British newspaper, The Guardian, has lauded his concerts for their “cinematic interest in musical storytelling.” The Mathias Eick Quintet is a robust ensemble, featuring five of the finest instrumentalists in the music scene. Eick’s appeal to a broad spectrum of listeners, beyond the jazz purists, is unsurprising. His music is an open invitation into an evocative realm where melodies flow, colors blend, and emotions flourish.
Mathias Eick – trumpet
Andreas Ulvo – piano
Håkon Aase – violin
Audun Erlien – bass
Torstein Lofthus – drums