Jan Harbeck organ trio featuring Kjeld Lauritsen & Espen Laub
Friday den 21. August kl. 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Jan Harbeck is one of the country’s most sought-after saxophonists, known for his smooth tone and extroverted playing style. He is a recipient of the Ben Webster Prize, and his releases are among the absolute best-selling Danish jazz records of the past 15 years. Tonight, he performs alongside his two colleagues from the church jazz group “Come Sunday,” who have played countless church concerts together. Tonight, the group is firing on all cylinders with juicy swing, heavy funk, and sultry ballads. Kjeld Lauritsen and Espen Laub are the other members of the group.
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.
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!
Hammond organ
Kjeld Lauritsen is an institution in Danish jazz. With his massive Hammond organ and the legendary rotating Leslie speakers, he creates a sound that is raw, warm, and deeply swinging. He is renowned for his incredible footwork on the bass pedals and his mastery of everything from blues and soul-jazz to complex modern compositions. For decades, Kjeld has been a driving force on the scene—both as a leader of his own popular groups and as a generous collaborator for Danish and international soloists alike. A concert with Kjeld Lauritsen is a guarantee of musical brilliance and infectious joy.
