Moskus
In their sound play and pure musical research, Moskus delivers with smiles and cries of joy.
Zorn Selected. The trio is as dynamic and changing as the climate in western Norway. At the bands' core, there's a warm humour and a crooked smile that makes the audience feel included.
Since the release of the debut album Salmesykkel in 2012, Moskus has made their mark as one of Norway – and Europe's – most distinctive young jazz groups. The album earned them two Spellemann nominations and an opportunity to fill the term "piano trio" with new content. Following this, there have been two new Spellemann nominations, three new albums and numerous concerts.
Last November, Moskus was one of the carefully selected bands to play during the perceptive Berlin Jazzfest. A feather in the hat for a trio that's still gaining new listeners. Pianist, Anja Lauvdal, bass player, Fredrik Luhr Dietrichson, and drummer, Hans Hulbækmo, must be described as three of their generation's foremost musicians. Also outside the trio, they've made their mark with numerous profiled projects: Broen, Skadedyr, Trondheim Jazzorkester, Morgonrod, Steamdome and Atomic.
In the summer of 2020, the band – initiated at Jazzlinja in Trondheim – will celebrate 10 years. This coincidence makes it extra pleasing to present them to our audience during the festival's own anniversary year.
Mokus is a band that never lets its musical expression solidify into conventional forms. They are assertive and continues to work towards ever-changing perspectives and oases of sound. They combine youthful energy, openness and maturity in an unusual and personal way.
Mokus' sound play and musical basic research are delivered with smiles and cheers, and not with wrinkled brows under the cover of dark clouds. Expect the unexpected.
Anja Lauvdal – piano, Fredrik Luhr Dietrichson – bass, Hans Hulbækmo – drums.