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SEPTEMBER / OCTOBER 2011

www.jazzhusmontmartre.dk · Store Regnegade 19A · 1110 K · Café open Mon-Fri from 12, Sat from 10 · Dinner booking at (+45) 31 72 34 94 Ticket booking at (+45) 70 15 65 65

IN PRAISE OF THE GREAT AMERICAN PIANIST THURSDAY THOMAS CLAUSEN TRIO Sep 01 FEATURING CHUCK ISRAELS 20.00 (8pm) DKK 250

Thomas Clausen (piano / DK), Chuck Israels (bass / US), Karsten Bagge (drums / DK) FRIDAY Thomas Clausen recently released the album "For Bill" featuring Chuck Sep 02 Israels, a long time collaborator of Thomas Clausen’s’, also known for 20.00 (8pm) his extensive work on some of the most legendary recordings. These two nights at Montmartre are a celebration of the universe that Bill DKK 250 Evans was part of creating, indeed inspiring almost all living pianists today, and definitely placing Evans among the greatest pianists ever. His mu- sic continues to resonate and Thomas Clausen Trio is a beautiful chance to hear the famous compositions and standards immortalized by Bill Evans.

ONE OF DENMARK’S BEST JAZZ COMPOSERS SATURDAY WITH THE YOUNG VOCAL TALENT Sep 03 EMBORG GROUP FEAT. 20.00 (8pm) MALENE MORTENSEN DKK 320

Malene Mortensen (vocal / DK), Jørgen Emborg (piano / DK), Hans Ulrik (sax / DK), Paul Hinz (bass / DK) , Niclas Campagnol (drums / DK)

We are not afraid to call Jørgen Emborg one of ’s most interesting composers in the jazz genre. In the last 20 years he has composed countless beautiful and endear- ing songs that are much appreciated by a large and enthusiastic audience. We especially remember his brilliant collaboration with Danish jazz singer Mona Larsen, Emborg Larsen Quintet, which quickly became known as the best vocal ensemble at the time. Today Emborg is assembling all his successful compositions in a new collaboration with another promising Danish singer, Malene Mortensen. With virtuosity Malene Mortensen adds an extra spark of intensity and delivers just the right amount of sensitivity to the numbers.

JAZZ, TANGO AND A TASTE OF ITALY THURSDAY PAOLO RUSSO Sep 08 SOLO & TRIO 20.00 (8pm) DKK 250 Paolo Russo (piano and bandoneón / IT), Klaus Hovman (bass / DK), Niclas Bardeleben (drums / DK)

Italian pianist and bandeneón player Paolo Russo is among Europe’s new great jazz personalities and we are now feeling the musical benefit of having his talent on our doorstep after he decided to move to and live in Copenhagen. On this evening Paolo draws on his large repertoire rang- ing from unique interpretations of Piazolla over jazz standards to his own beautiful compositions, performing both solo and in trio with bass veteran Klaus Hovman and the young drumming phenomenon Niclas Bardeleben. An evening for those who love Piazolla, tango and jazz with a taste of Italy.

TWO JAZZ MASTERS IN RARE DUO CONCERT FRIDAY KIRK LIGHTSEY - Sep 09 20.00 (8pm) DKK 275 THE DUO

Kirk Lightsey (piano / US), Jesper Lundgaard (bass / DK)

Kirk Lightsey is one of the great pianists today; some say he is probably the last great post-bop piano player and he is also known as the superb accom- panist for the legendary . In Kirk’s playing you always find the melody in the center and he plays with both great energy and an engaging swing that maintains the listener’s attention. Together with Jesper Lundgaard, Kirk Lightsey is touring the major European jazz scenes and captivating old and new audiences with his remarkable music. Montmartre is next!

MONTMARTRE CLASSIC DEXTER NIGHT SATURDAY KIRK LIGHTSEY – Sep 10 QUARTET 20.00 (8pm) DKK 275 Kirk Lightsey (piano / US), Alex Riel (drums / DK), Tomas Franck (tenor sax / SE), Thomas Fonnesbæk (bass / DK)

Montmartre was Dexter Gordon’s club, no more no less. He loved playing here. Dexter’s time at Montmartre set the highest standards possible and one who carries Dexter’s legacy till this day is Alex Riel, Dexter’s friend and favorite drummer in Europe. When Dexter Gordon returned to the US in the 70’s, it was with Kirk Lightsey on piano, and it is unique that two of Dexter’s favourite musicians now have the opportunity to give us an evening inspired by him. Adding to the quartet is Tomas Franck, probably the European saxophonist who comes closest to Dexter’s incredible feeling and ability to tell a story with the melody in the center. Add to that Thomas Fonnesbæk, a most luminous exam- ple of NHØP’s musical heritage among the new generation of bassists. A classic Montmartre evening.

THE GREAT SWEDISH VOCALIST WITH HER QUARTET THURSDAY LENA ERICSSON QUARTET Sep 15 20.00 (8pm) Linda Ericsson, (vocal / SE), Ole Kock Hansen, (piano / DK), , (bass / DK), Aage Tanggaard, (drums / DK) DKK 275

Sweden has a long tradition of producing some of the best singers, whether it is jazz, pop or folk music. Lena Ericsson rightfully belongs to this category with a beautiful and pure Nordic sound, just like we know it from great singers like , Lisa Nilsson and Victoria Tolstoy. Lena Ericsson might not be a strong name in Denmark (yet), but she is a singer out of the ordinary; her collaborations with a range of Scandinavia’s most impressive and influential musi- cians, among others Arne Domnerus, , Östen Warnebring, Jan Lundgren and ABBA put strong emphasis to her name and tell about quite an impressive career.

LIVE PERFORMANCE OF THE SPECTACULAR ‘NORDIC’ JAZZ ALBUM FRIDAY JESPER BODILSEN Sep 16 SHORT STORIES FOR DREAMERS 20.00 (8pm) DKK 275

Jesper Bodilsen (bass / DK), Peter Asplund (trumpet / SE), SATURDAY Peter Rosendal (piano + melodica / DK), Per Gade (acoustic guitar / DK) Sep 17 Once again Montmartre turns dreams into reality. One of Denmark’s finest bass 20.00 (8pm) players Jesper Bodilsen presents his most personal and heartfelt project to date, Short Stories for Dreamers. In these compositions and arrangements by Bodilsen, DKK 275 unspoken poetry and imaginary images blend together into a soundscape of short individual stories that are seperate yet related, just like when we dream. The tone is warm, open and inviting, disclosing places Bodilsen has been too, whilst at the same time the music is still beautifully rooted in Scandinavian soil. No matter if you are a jazz lover or you just like good music, this evening of a dream trip will be like fresh air to your ears.

THE LIVING WEST COAST SAX LEGEND RETURNS TO COPENHAGEN THURSDAY HERB GELLER Sep 22 WITH OLE KOCK HANSEN TRIO 20.00 (8pm) DKK 325

Herb Geller (alto saxophone / US), Ole Kock Hansen (piano / DK, FRIDAY Jesper Lundgaard (bass / DK), Aage Tanggaard (drums / DK) Sep 23 Herb Geller is a true legend. Already in the 50s he was part of the famous West 20.00 (8pm) Coast scene with musicians such as , and , with whom he also recorded several albums. After moving to New York for a while DKK 325 he continued on to Europe where he landed a Montmartre performance in the mid-60s with help from . "We came on after , so on our first night we played with him," recalls Herb Geller who ever since has been a sought-after soloist in both Europe and America. With him are 3 of Denmark’s finest musicians, who have among others played with Chet Baker and Stan Getz. It does not get much grander.

THE NEW DANISH VOCAL JAZZ SENSATION SINGS THE CLASSY BLUES SATURDAY KENDRA LOU Sep 24 THE EXPERIENCE 20.00 (8pm) DKK 195 Kendra Lou, (vocal / DK), Søren Kristiansen (piano / DK), Thomas Fonnesbæk (bass / DK), Jeppe Gram (drums / DK)

Anybody who knows just a tiny bit about Billie Holidays’s history also knows it takes strength and courage to open the Holiday songbook and pick the right tunes to sing. Kendra Lou is the voice to do exactly that. With openness and vulnerability, she captures the essence behind the songs that Billie Holiday made famous, while at the same time bringing her own self anno 2011 into the picture. A natural born singer at an early age and today a stage and screen actress, Kendra Lou always delivers whatever the art demands, with passion, sincerity and entertainment value. This lady has class!

TOP CLASS TRIO JAZZ THURSDAY Sep 29 INTRODUCING CARL WINTHER 20.00 (8pm) DKK 195 Mads Vinding (bass / DK), Carl Winther (piano / DK), Niclas Campagnol (drums / SE)

Mads Vinding is world famous for his take on the modern piano trio. In Japan, he is probably the biggest Danish name, with over one million records sold. In the last 20 years, Mads Vinding has presented his audience to a series of fantastic pianists, in- cluding , Roger Kellaway, and Jean-Michel Pilc. Now he is teaming up with Carl Winther, this generation’s most promising pianist who just won the prestigious 32nd Gexto Annual Jazz Competition in Spain. Carl Winther is already in high demand abroad, but here is a chance to hear him together with one of our own masters, and accompanied by the incredible Niclas Campagnol on drums. Expect an evening out of the ordinary and be among the first to experience this brand new super trio.

TWO GREAT AMERICAN JAZZ ARTISTS WITH THEIR DANISH FRIEND FRIDAY BOB GULLOTTI QUARTET SEPSep 30 20.0020.00 (8pm)(8pm) Bob Gullotti (drums / US), Jesper Løvdal (tenor saxophone / DK), Butch Lacy (piano / US), Jonas Westergaard (bass / DK) DKKDKK 220 XX

Bob Gullotti is lesser known than many of his American colleagues, yet he belongs to the ranks of the elite of drummers who everyone loves to gig with, in- cluding the likes of , J.J. Johnson and John Pattitucci. At Montmartre , Gullotti brings with him our own Jesper Løvdal and the young bass comet Jonas Westergaard. Last but not least the ever lavish playing pianist Butch Lacy joins in, which is a real jazz treat as he is only rarely heard playing live in Denmark. These concerts will be a great reunion of two American masters in interaction with some of the most exciting cats on the Danish jazz scene.

• Copenhagen’s prime jazz club • World class jazz at the legendary intimate venue • Enjoy great food and wine before all concerts from 17.30 L • Non-profit foundation ayout by Elise Starcke www.jazzhusmontmartre.dk Ticket booking: (+45) 70 15 65 65 · Café booking: (+45) 31 72 34 94 SEPTEMBER / OCTOBER 2011

www.jazzhusmontmartre.dk Jazzhus Montmartre · Store Regnegade 19A · 1110 Copenhagen K · Denmark Café open Mon-Fri from 12, Sat from 10 · Dinner booking at (+45) 31 72 34 94 Ticket booking at (+45) 70 15 65 65

TWO GREAT AMERICAN JAZZ ARTISTS WITH THEIR DANISH SATURDAY FRIEND Oct 01 BOB GULLOTTI QUARTET 20.00 (8pm)

Bob Gullotti (drums / US), Jesper Løvdal (tenor saxophone / DK), DKK 220 Butch Lacy (piano / US), Jonas Westergaard (bass / DK)

Bob Gullotti is lesser known than many of his American colleagues, yet he belongs to the ranks of the elite of drummers who everyone loves to gig with, including the likes of Joe Lovano, J.J. Johnson and John Pattitucci. At Montmartre Jazzhouse, Gullotti brings with him our own Jesper Løvdal and the young bass comet Jonas Westergaard. Last but not least the ever lavish playing pianist Butch Lacy joins in, which is a real jazz treat as he is only rarely heard playing live in Denmark. These concerts will be a great reunion of two American masters in interaction with some of the most exciting cats on the Danish jazz scene.

RARE ONE-NIGHT-ONLY INTIMATE CONCERT WITH A TRUE JAZZ GIANT MONDAY R+B QUARTET Oct 03 20.00 (8pm) John Scofield (guitar / US), Nigel Hall (vocal + keys / US), Andy Hess (bass / US), Terence Higgins (drums / US) DKK 750

Jazzhus Montmartre is very proud to present one of the true guitar giants of today. Be- cause of his long time connection with Montmartre and Copenhagen it is now possible to present him in a very intimate setting. At this exclusive one night only event, John Scofield brings a new sound to Jazzhus Montmartre when he teams up with the excel- lent R&B musicians of today who will present jazz originals, soul classics and all that good stuff in between. This is one of the most sensational possibilities to experience John Scofield and his band at close range. Expect to be surprised, if not overwhelmed with your breath taken away by this truly special quartet – buy your tickets before it is too late.

JAZZ WIZARDS VISIT MONTMARTRE THURSDAY THE TRIO OF OZ Oct 06 20.00 (8pm) Omar Hakim (drums / US), Rachel Z (piano / US), Solomon Dorsay (bass / US) DKK 325

There will be wizardry and magic in the jazz club when The Trio of OZ use their FRIDAY creative imagination combined with chart topping songs and jazz standards, building upon compositions by artists such as , Depeche Mode, Oct 07 , Joni Mitchell, Judy Garland, Peter Gabriel, Coldplay, Stone Tem- 20.00 (8pm) ple Pilots and Björk. The spectacular partnership between Omar Hakim, Rachel Z (putting together the O and Z) and Solomon Dorsay brings out a creative, DKK 325 virtuoso and contemporary sound in the frame of jazz when they re-interpret the music a deep sense of groove and a rich harmonic soundscape. Omar Hakim and Rachel Z are both Grammy Award winning artists and have played with other musical legends such as , Wayne Shorter, and Sting. The Trio have received high critical acclaim for performances on their European tour and now the time has come for Montmartre to be under their spell for two nights.

A TRIBUTE CONCERT TO & SATURDAY HENRIK BOLBERG/ Oct 08 STEEN HANSEN 5TET 20.00 (8pm) DKK 250 THE ART OF POSITIVE SWINGING

Henrik Bolberg, (trumpet / DK), Steen Hansen, (trombone / DK, Anders Chico Lindvall, (guitar / SE), Graig Earle (bass / CA), Janus Templeton (drums / DK)

Clark Terry and Bob Brookmeyer was the legendary duo of the 60’s that took out time to play at their favorite club in New York just for the fun of it. This resulted in several recordings where the joy of playing and the strong melodies shined through. Henrik Bolberg and Steen Hansen is a similar duo; both great soloists, but as a team they demonstrate a truly superior swing. This will be an evening going straight into the bloodstream of those who love good arrange- ments and swinging jazz performed with humor and the joy of playing.

DANISH-SWEDISH SWING SUMMIT THURSDAY CHRISTINA VON BÜLOW TRIO Oct 13 WITH JAN ALLAN 20.00 (8pm) DKK 275 Jan Allan, (trompet / SE), Christina Von Bülow, (alto sax / DK), , (guitar), FRIDAY Jens Skou Olesen, (bass / DK) Oct 14 Only a very few can make the classic jazz repertoire come alive as does 20.00 (8pm) Christina Von Bülow. Her exceptionally beautiful tone and extraordinary sense of melody make her a unique artist and very popular among many jazz fans. DKK 275 Christina Von Bülow elegantly combines the American jazz tradition with a Scandinavian lyrical vein, a trait she picked up from her mentor, Stan Getz. Yet she remains her very own. Looking to our neighbouring country Sweden, Christina von Bülow meets up with an old collaborator, fellow Scandinavian, the master trumpeteer Jan Allan. Together they create unbelievable beautiful moments that are hard to find other places in the world than at Montmartre.

THE PRIZE WINNER 2011 PRESENTS SATURDAY NEXT GENERATION JAZZ Oct 15 BO STIEF / FREDRIK LUNDIN & 20.00 (8pm) PLAYGROUND 2011 DKK 195

Bo Stief (bass / DK), Fredik Lundin (tenor saxophone / DK) + new talents from the jazz playground 2011

Bo Stief is perhaps the greatest storyteller we have in Danish jazz. He man- ages like no other to combine the tradition of the legendary Montmartre era, of which he himself was an important part of in the 60’s, with today’s trends. To mark the occasion of receiving this year’s Ben Webster Prize during the , he will play host together with Fredrik Lundin, and present a selection of new young talents, by inviting them to become part of the long Montmartre tradition of young and new playing with the experienced cats. This will be an evening of high class music and true to the Ben Webster spirit. Line-up will be announced on our website.

FORMER MILES DAVIS SAXOPHONIST IS BACK WITH WEDNESDAY HIS ACOUSTIC QUARTET Oct 26 KENNY GARRETT QUARTET 20.00 (8pm)

Kenny Garret (saxophone / US), Benito Gonzales (piano / US), Nat Reeves (bass / US), DKK 440 Marcus Baylor (drums / US) THURSDAY With a muscular tone, yet a lyrical phrasing saxophonist Kenny Garrett has Oct 27 captured not only audiences worldwide but also the respect of 20.00 (8pm) legend Miles Davis who was often quoted saying: “There are a few young guys out there who are developing their own style. My alto player, Kenny DKK 440 Garrett, is one of them.” The legend list of Garrett’s music collaborations FRIDAY has continued ever since as well as placing himself at the top of the jazz world with his own projects. In contrast to his last Montmartre visit, this Oct 28 time Kenny Garrett presents a more acoustic set-up, though still with his 20.00 (8pm) signature eclectic and vibrant approach that will put our intimate jazz club on fire for sure! DKK 440

THE BEAUTIFUL NORDIC TONE MEETS THE SOUL OF ITALY SATURDAY JOSEFINE CRONHOLM + Oct 29 PAOLO RUSSO & 20.00 (8pm) DKK 250 THOMMY ANDERSSON

Josefine Cronholm (vocal / SE), Paolo Russo (bandoneón & piano / IT), Thommy Andersson (bass / SE)

Josefine Cronholm is a shining star on the international music scene. Her incredibly beautiful voice and unique expression is breathtaking to eve- ryone who listens to her music. It is no wonder that she has become so popular throughout Europe. Montmartre is proud to present the premiere of her new trio constellation with Italian Paolo Russo and Swedish Thommy Andersson. A great experience and a unique evening are in store when the beautiful Nordic tone mingles with the soul of Italy.

A PERSONAL PRESENTATION OF FAVOURITE JAZZ ALBUMS WEDNESDAYS AND ANECDOTES Sep/Oct DESERT ISLAND JAZZ 20.00 (8pm)

Jazzhus Montmartre invites all jazz lovers on an adventure into a personal landscape FREE of jazz. Wednesdays are from now reserved to the sounds and the tales that our favourite jazz tunes brought us to and through. Come and listen in when we invite musicians and other cultural personalities from here and there to act as DJ while they share which favourite albums (in pluralis, because we acknowledge there is too much good stuff out there!) they couldn’t live without - and why!

Prepare, or enhance, your Wednesday experience with classic cocktails from our new cocktail bar. From 17.00 (5pm) our mixologist adds anything sweet, bitter, cold, soft – whatever your taste – to compliment your evening. Only on Wednesdays! See our website for information about who is DJ for the evening

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BOOK A TABLE FOR WINING AND DINING AT MONTMARTRE BEFORE ALL CONCERTS The restaurant at Montmartre serves great food and wine before all concerts from 17.30 hrs. When you book a table for dining you may keep it during the concert.

DINING WITHOUT STAYING? If you wish to dine at the café without staying for the concert of the evening, we kindly ask you to wrap up no later than 7:45 pm - please time your visit accordingly (and yes, you may of course attend a concert without eating).

OPENING HOURS All concert days from 17.30 - 23.30.

Fridays and Saturdays with jam until 02.30.

www.jazzhusmontmartre.dk Ticket booking: (+45) 70 15 65 65 · Café booking: (+45) 31 72 34 94

STUDENT DISCOUNT: Student under 26 may buy remaining tickets at the concert start at half price. You must show official student ID. Student tickets cannot be booked in advance, and you may have to stand in the bar.