Jamsession – Jan Harbeck, Ida Hvid & Janus Templeton
Saturday den 4. July kl. 11:59 pm - 4:00 am
During the jazz festival, some of Copenhagen’s strongest musicians gather every night at La Fontaine for a jam session. Here, the framework is open, and the music arises in the moment—with spontaneity, energy, and interplay at the center.
The jam is led by Jan Harbeck, who, with his rock-solid groove and extensive experience, sets the direction for the evening.
The audience can expect everything from classic standards to unpredictable musical moments.
Line-up
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.
Saxophone
Jan Harbeck is one of Denmark’s most acclaimed tenor saxophonists and an inescapable figure on the Danish jazz scene. Harbeck is known for his deep, warm tone and an intensely lyrical expression that bridges the golden era of swing with the contemporary sound. With his award-winning Jan Harbeck Quartet—honored with a Danish Music Award for Jazz Release of the Year—he delivers genuine, melodic, and deeply swinging jazz that appeals to both new listeners and traditional purists. Experience a saxophonist of exceptional quality!
Bass, Drums, Vocal
Janus Templeton is an acclaimed Danish drummer, celebrated for his intuitive sense of interaction and collective improvisation. He possesses a unique ability to propel the music forward without ever overpowering his fellow musicians. Templeton has performed with a broad spectrum of Danish and international jazz names, including Svend Asmussen and Chris Cheek. His versatility and subtle yet authoritative playing have made him a highly respected figure on the Scandinavian jazz scene.
