Kjetil Bjerkestrand - Mathias Eick
Mathias Eick – Trumpeter, Composer and ECM Artist - is an internationally acclaimed Norwegian trumpeter, known for his lyrical tone, strong melodic identity, and distinctive blend of jazz, Nordic soundscapes, and contemporary improvisation.
As an ECM recording artist, he has released a series of award-winning albums that have established him as one of Europe’s most prominent jazz musicians. Eick has toured extensively worldwide and performed with ensembles such as Jaga Jazzist, Trondheim Jazz Orchestra, Manu Katché, and Iro Haarla.
Kjetil Bjerkestrand – Composer, Pianist and Arranger and one of Norway’s most distinctive musical voices. As a composer, pianist, and arranger, he has collaborated with an exceptionally wide range of artists – from Dee Dee Bridgewater and Ray Charles to Norway’s internationally renowned pop band A-ha.
He has written music for film and television, worked with leading orchestras, and created numerous critically acclaimed projects together with artists such as Sissel Kyrkjebø and Arve Tellefsen. Bjerkestrand is celebrated for his melodic strength, superb craftsmanship, and his unique ability to infuse music with atmosphere and depth.
