High mech and high tech

The idea behind Ensemble Denada is to achieve small-band dynamics with thrice the number of people, blending high mech and high tech instruments into a rousing, creative habitat for musicians and composers. Contra-alto clarinet, bass sax, state-of-the-art electronics, 10 formidable horn players and a high-ranking piano quartet conclude the line up. Ensemble Denada merge European tradition with jazz and native Norwegian expressions into a blend of strict composition and free improvisation. Ensemble Denada holds some of Norways most capable ensemble players and soloists. The overwhelming response of music journalists and audiences show that large ensembles definitely have a place in the broadening jazz continuum of the 21st Century.

Trumpets: Frank Brodahl, Marius Haltli,
Trumpet, flugelhorn: Anders Eriksson.
Soprano sax: Frode Nymo.
Alto sax, flute and alto flute: Borge Are Halvorsen.
Tenor sax, bass clarinet: Atle Nymo.
Bass sax, contra alto clarinet, tubax: Nils Jansen.
Trombones: Even Kruse Skatrud, Erik Johannessen, Helge Sunde.
Guitar: Jens Thoresen.
Electronics/live visuals: Peter Baden.
Piano: Olga Konkova.
Bass: Per Mathisen.
Drums: Håkon Mjåset Johansen.