About The Programme This performance promises a powerful journey through sound, spirit, and connection, led by one of Europe’s most dynamic jazz bassists and composers, Jasper Høiby. Renowned for his work with the influential trio Phronesis, as well as his boundary-pushing ensemble Fellow Creatures, Jasper Høiby has become a vital force in modern jazz. His music is a fusion of lyrical beauty, rhythmic complexity, and an unwavering social conscience. Always seeking new terrain, Høiby’s recent projects reflect a deepening commitment to environmental and philosophical themes, exploring the intersections of music, collective awareness, and change. Hosted in the intimate, acoustically rich setting of World Heart Beat, this evening’s concert is a celebration of collaboration, improvisation, and cross-generational exchange. Høiby is joined by a variety of special guests — rising stars and masterful improvisers who each bring their unique voice to the conversation. Expect bold grooves, intricate interplay, and moments of quiet transcendence, whether delving into new compositions or reimagining earlier works, Høiby and his guests channel jazz as a living, breathing language – one that speaks to today’s challenges with hope and urgency. About The Artist Born in Denmark and based in London, Jasper Høiby has earned international acclaim for his fearless creativity and virtuosic playing. Phronesis helped redefine the modern piano trio, while his solo and ensemble work continues to evolve, marked by innovation and emotional depth. His recent albums, including Like Water and We Must Fight , offer musical reflections on our interconnectedness and the pressing need for collective action. Høiby fashions his pieces so the lines between freedom and form are beautifully blurred, the music flows as a tumultuous organic whole – everything belongs, nothing is forced. – MOJO