THE PLAYERS

Niels Lan Doky (piano/DK)

Mathias Heise (harmonica/DK)

Gabor Bolla (tenor sax/HU)

Tobias Dall (bass/DK) 

Victor Jones (drums/US)

ABOUT

Jean “Toots” Thielemans (1922-2016) made the harmonica into a widely respected instrument in the practice of jazz music worldwide, as jazz historian Ted Gioia called it, "championing the humble harmonica into a legitimate voice in jazz.” Toots’ album “Affinity” released in 1979 marks the historic encounter between the American pianist and jazz icon, Bill Evans (1929-1980), and Belgian harmonica player, Toots Thielemans (1922-2016). The album is considered to be the artistic pinnacle of Bill Evans’ career and the fact that it is one of his most popular recordings is often attributed to Toots Thielemans, whose presence, according to music critics, made Bill Evans’ music more accessible. For decades Toots Thielemans was a regular visitor in Copenhagen and met Niels Lan Doky through a local students of his. Niels and Toots had a good and instant personal chemistry and soon after their first cup of coffee together they were jamming in a nearby Copenhagen studio. For this Jazz Masterworks Series of the historic album “Affinity”, Niels Lan Doky is joined by the legendary drummer Victor Jones, who is best known as the drummer of Stan Getz for many years, a two time Grammy nominee and one time winner, and a Oscar nominated artist. Thielemans iconic harmonica will be interpreted by Danish harmonica player Mathias Heise, who is one of the most spectacular new young talents that the Danish jazz scene has produced in a long time and a multi-awarded musician. The three will be accompanied by Gabor Bolla on saxophone and Tobias Dall on acoustic bass.

SPECIAL DINING OPTIONS AVAILABLE: 

Guests may add a PRIX-FIXE DINNER or LUNCH before or after the performance with a custom menu developed by the 5-star Hotel d’Angleterre culinary team exclusively for our pop up during Copenhagen Jazz Festival, including three courses with wine menu as well as a welcome drink for 1095 DKK/person. Add at ticket checkout for any show. Diners may also list any dietary restrictions within the booking notes and will be accommodated accordingly.

• Post show dinner for the 6:00pm concert will dine at 7:45pm

• Pre show dinner for the 8:30pm concert will dine at 6:45pm

*Reservations for PRIX-FIXE DINNER before or after the performance are no longer available.

Jazz fans may alternatively book a table at d’Angleterre’s Michelin-starred MARCHAL restaurant by clicking the link HERE. In your booking notes, please mention which show and time you are attending so service staff will be prepared to ensure you have time to get to your seats prior to the start of the performance.

MENU

Welcome drink
Cava

Cured zander with bleak roe, dill puré, leek ash, broken onion gel and buttermilk sauce splitted with dill oil
2019 Emrich Schönleber, Riesling trocken. Nahe, Germany

Fried quail with safran sauce, malt risotto, pickled pearl onions and berberis berries
2016 Ranch 32, Cabernet Sauvignon. Monterey County. US

Berries of the summer with buttermilk sorbet, burnt white chocolate, caramel and blueberry siphon
Brachetto birbet. Piemonte, Italy

AFTER HOURS (FREE ADMISSION)

Following each night’s last show, the d’Angleterre’s BALTHAZAR CHAMPAGNE BAR transforms into the official post concert hang-out. The rest of Copenhagen Jazz Festival are welcome post-show to meet up to celebrate all things Jazz.

EVENING’S PROGRAM

LISTEN TO THE ALBUM ON SPOTIFY

1. "I Do It For Your Love" (Composer: Paul Simon)

2. "Sno' Peas" (Composer: Phil Markowitz)

3. "This Is All I Ask" (Composer: Gordon Jenkins

4. "Days Of Wine And Roses" (Composers: Henry Mancini, Johnny Mercer)

5. "Jesus' Last Ballad" (Composer: Gianni Bedori)

6. "Tomato Kiss" (Composer: Larry Schneider)

7. "The Other Side Of Midnight
   (Noelle's Theme)" (Composer: Michel Legrand)

8. "Blue In Green" (Composers: Miles Davis, Bill Evans)

9. "Body And Soul" (Composers: Edward Heyman, Robert Sour, Frank Eyton and Johnny Green

• Additional material TBC at the performing artists´ discretion.

Main sponsor: Augustinus Fonden

Additional contributions: William Demant Fonden & Gangstedfonden