Maren Skjong Quintet // Jazzincubator

The Maren Skjong Quintet moves in an airy and intimate format. The music is based on compositions by trumpeter Maren Skjong, where melody plays a strong role.

Inspiration comes from musicians such as Mathias Eick, Till Brönner, and Maria Kannegaard. The music balances arranged passages and improvisation in a seamless way.

Line-up:

• Sofia Nordlien - piano

• Bendik Jöhnk - drums

• Sondre Scheffler - double bass

• Ola Erling Foss - guitar

• Maren Skjong - trumpet