Kjetil Bjerkestrand - Mathias Eick
Keyboardist, arranger, and composer Kjetil Bjerkestrand is one of Norway's most significant contributors. He has been involved in a vast number of Norwegian and international record productions. However, he also releases his own albums, with his latest beautiful release, "Stabat Mater," coming in 2020. In addition to arranging music for celebrities such as Ray Charles (!), Sissel Kyrkjebø, and A-ha, he has composed extensively for film and theater. In recent years, he has arranged music for orchestras including the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra, St Martin-in-the-Fields, and the Oslo Philharmonic Orchestra.
Trumpeter, composer, and bandleader Mathias Eick has long been regarded as one of the world's foremost jazz musicians. His beautiful, lyrical, and melodic playing captivates all who hear it. The award-winning musician and composer has collaborated with renowned artists and bands, including Trondheim Jazz Orchestra/Chick Corea, Jaga Jazzist, Turboneger, and Motorpsycho. Mathias has released five critically acclaimed albums under his own name, and as a trumpeter, vibraphonist, double bassist, guitarist, or pianist, he has contributed to over 100 record productions!