Ida Hvid/Mårten Lundgren quartet.
Saturday den 28. March kl. 21:00 - 01:00
Trumpeter and vocalist Mårten Lundgren and bassist Ida Hvid have shared the stage for over a decade. They have now assembled an all-star lineup, featuring Per Møllehøj on guitar and Espen Laub Von Lillienskiold on drums.
The repertoire spans everything from jazz standards to groovy soul-jazz à la Cannonball Adderley, highlighted by several vocal numbers from Mårten.
Line-up
Drums
Espen Laub is a highly versatile and respected Danish drummer who moves effortlessly between the demanding requirements of jazz, pop, and rock. He is known for his technical precision, dynamic energy, and extensive studio and live work with some of Denmark’s biggest pop acts (including L.I.G.A. and Shaka Loveless). Laub is equally a potent force on the jazz scene, where his broad experience makes him a sought-after musician who consistently delivers a solid, stylistically clean drive.
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Bass
Ida Hvid is one of Denmark’s most respected double bassists and a central figure in the country’s traditional jazz and mainstream environment. She is known for her deep roots in jazz history, her unwavering, swinging drive, and her beautiful tone. With an active career as both a bandleader and a sought-after collaborator (including Christina von Bülow and Alex Riel), Hvid cements her position as one of the most important rhythmic forces in modern Danish jazz.
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Trumpet, Vocal
Mårten Lundgren is a Swedish trumpeter and composer based in Denmark, known for his lyrical and nuanced sound. His music draws on Nordic jazz, open textures, and free improvisation, with a strong sense of form and presence. Through attentive interplay and dynamic range, Lundgren’s concerts shift between intensity and reflection, inviting audiences into a focused and vivid musical space shaped by listening and spontaneity.
Guitar
Per Møllehøj is one of Denmark’s most sought-after jazz guitarists, renowned for his phenomenal swing and deep roots in the jazz tradition. With a warm tone and effortless technique, he masters everything from intimate chamber jazz to explosive bebop. Having performed with legends like Hugo Rasmussen, he remains a staple on both national and international stages. Møllehøj blends classic guitar craftsmanship with a modern energy, ensuring every performance is a unique and captivating experience.
