Ronja Rose Andersson Quartet
Saturday den 21. February kl. 21:00 - 01:00
Ronja Rose Andersson is one of the most promising young names on the Danish jazz scene. As both a singer and saxophonist, she possesses a rare combination of musical maturity, technical strength, and a naturally charismatic presence. Despite her young age, she has already made a mark nationally and internationally, notably with the award-winning group MUSViT, and most recently with a nomination for Musician of the Year at the DMA Jazz 2025.
Her music encompasses both jazz tradition and pop-inflected nuances, but the common thread in everything she does is the desire to create an authentic connection with the audience—a presence that makes the concert experience both personal and vibrant. For Vinterjazz at La Fontaine, she has assembled a powerful quartet: pianist Artur Tuznik, whose lyrical and European-toned sound is highly prized throughout the Nordics, alongside a Swedish rhythm section featuring bassist Jon Henriksson and drummer Cornelia Nilsson, two of Scandinavia’s most promising young musicians.
Together, the quartet will interpret both classic and contemporary standards, giving them a modern touch fueled by energy, elegance, and a strong artistic identity.
Line-up
Piano
Artur Tuznik is a Polish-born, Copenhagen-based pianist and composer who has become a prominent figure in Nordic jazz. Praised for his “magical serenity and adventurous depth,” Tuznik blends classical influences with Eastern European folk traditions and swing. An award-winning musician and member of the DR Big Band, he has collaborated with icons like Tomasz Stańko and Jeremy Pelt. His playing offers a journey into a rich, expressive soundscape of the highest international caliber.
Drums
Cornelia Nilsson is one of the most exciting and sought-after drummers on the Nordic jazz scene today. Based in Copenhagen, the Swedish-born musician has made a significant impact with her technically superior and deeply passionate playing, earning her the prestigious Ben Webster Prize (2024) and the Tivoli Jazz Prize. She is renowned for her ability to “set fire” to any musical setting, whether performing with icons like Kenny Barron and Ron Carter or leading her own trio. Her drumming blends a historical grasp of bebop and swing with a modern, vibrant energy, consistently creating an intense and captivating concert experience.
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Bass
Jon Henriksson is a prominent Swedish double bassist and composer based in Stockholm, who has established a firm footing on the Scandinavian jazz scene. He is known for his warm, deep tone and a modern approach to composition that blends lyrical Nordic sounds with American jazz traditions. Henriksson leads his own ensembles, including the Shapeshifter Quintet, and released the critically acclaimed album Harmonia in 2024. He is also a highly sought-after collaborator for artists such as Rasmus Sørensen and Håkan Broström.
Saxophone, Vocal
Ronja Rose Andersson is one of the most exciting new voices in Danish and Swedish jazz. As a vocalist, saxophonist, and composer, she has quickly established herself as a leading young talent. She is the frontwoman of the quartet MUSViT, winners of the 2024 Jazz Competition, and has garnered multiple nominations for the Danish Music Awards Jazz 2025, including “Musician of the Year” and “Jazz Composer of the Year.” Her musical style is characterized by intense presence and a genre-bending approach that fuses modern jazz with elements of pop, hip-hop, and free improvisation.
