Iris Bergcrantz
Wednesday den 9. December kl. 20:30 - 23:00
Swedish vocalist Iris Bergcrantz has earned praise for her crystal-clear voice and compelling, deeply personal approach to jazz and its traditions. Tonight, she presents original compositions alongside gems from the Swedish songbook, with a fondness for swing, Latin, and Swedish folk music.
Magnus Hjorth and Anders Fjeldsted—from the golden generation of fantastic new jazz musicians—provide rock-solid backing.
Line-up
Bass
Anders Fjeldsted is one of the most prominent and versatile bassists on the Danish jazz scene. He is renowned for his rock-solid swing, his big, warm tone, and an unsurpassed ability to drive any ensemble forward. As a recipient of the prestigious Bent Jædig Prize and leader of his own critically acclaimed sextet, he has established himself as a powerful composer with a keen sense for both tradition and innovation. Whether performing as a responsive sideman for international stars or leading his own projects, Anders brings an authority and musical intensity to the stage that makes him an essential figure in modern jazz.
Vocal
Iris Bergcrantz is one of Scandinavia’s most acclaimed and innovative jazz vocalists and composers. Possessing a remarkable voice, immense emotional range, and a cinematic approach to jazz, she has captivated critics and audiences across Europe. Her musical universe moves effortlessly between lyrical Nordic sensibilities, classic vocal jazz, folk influences, and sophisticated modern soundscapes. As a bandleader, she delivers performances that are intensely vulnerable, dramatic, and technically brilliant. When Iris Bergcrantz takes the stage at La Fontaine, the audience can expect a world-class vocal experience filled with breathtaking melodies, profound soul, and deeply moving artistic beauty.
Piano
Magnus Hjorth is one of the most prominent and virtuosic pianists on the Scandinavian jazz scene today. Originally from Sweden but deeply rooted in Copenhagen’s vibrant jazz community, he has long dazzled audiences and critics alike with his phenomenal technical brilliance and boundless melodic invention. His playing pays homage to legends like Oscar Peterson and Bill Evans while maintaining a fresh, modern Nordic sensibility. As a bandleader for his acclaimed trio and a highly sought-after sideman for international jazz icons, he delivers a musicality that ranges from whisper-quiet lyricism to explosive, hard-hitting swing. When Magnus Hjorth takes his seat at the piano at La Fontaine, the audience gets a captivating, high-energy display of world-class jazz craftsmanship.
