Jazz Finland Live

Tomi Salesvuo´s compositions and the band’s original arrangements for the classic Finnish hit songs makes the repertoire shine and is providing an engaging mix of tradition and fresh creativity.

Long time friends Pope Puolitaival – saxophone, Mikko Helevä – Hammond Organ and Tomi Salesvuo – Drums played their first jam during the Sibelius-Academy Jazz department studies in the mid 90s. Since then the musicians have worked in various projects together during the years. Salesvuo Syncopation’s debut album release, Complete Loft Sessions (Eclipse Music) underlines the interpretation that captures the listener with Salesvuo´s playful melodies and the trio´s energetic performance!

Now embarking on their first international tour, Salesvuo Syncopation invites audiences to experience powerful swing and nostalgic melodies performed by three of Finland’s most sought-after jazz musicians. Catch the spark of Finnish jazz!

_{In 2026, it will be 100 years since jazz symbolically arrived in Finland with the ship Andania. The year thus marks a historic centenary celebration for Finnish jazz: Jazz in Finland 100. The anniversary highlights Finnish jazz and its artists both in Finland and abroad, celebrating jazz as part of Finland’s cultural heritage. The Jazz in Finland 100 campaign is coordinated by the Finnish Jazz Federation.}

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Tickets 30 €

At the heart of the group are two legends of Finnish music: Jukka Orma, known for his versatility as a guitarist and composer, and Jukka Gustavson, the keyboardist of Wigwam's classic lineup and a pioneer of Finnish progressive soul.

Street Level surrounds them with a powerful rhythm section and an energetic live sound, characterized by improvisation, groove, and strong musical interaction. The ensemble is especially known for its intense live performances, where deep musical tradition meets fresh, vibrant interpretation.

Jukka Orma, guitar & vocals
Jukka Gustavson, keyboards, vocals
Jan-Olof Strandberg, bass
Thomas Törnroos, drums

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Swingin´ jazz and the spirit of blues!

Juli Wood trio (Fin/USA)
Juli Wood. saxophone/vocals
Petri Ahjokoski, guitar
Anu Ahjokosi, bass

_{In 2026, it will be 100 years since jazz symbolically arrived in Finland with the ship Andania. The year thus marks a historic centenary celebration for Finnish jazz: Jazz in Finland 100. The anniversary highlights Finnish jazz and its artists both in Finland and abroad, celebrating jazz as part of Finland’s cultural heritage. The Jazz in Finland 100 campaign is coordinated by the Finnish Jazz Federation.}

Open event