Jukka Haavisto and his jazz ensemble are known for their intense and expressive style of playing, combining the innovation of modern jazz with the warmth of traditional tones. Haavisto's compositions feature a unique combination of melodicism and bold experimentalism, creating a deep and multi-dimensional listening experience.
The band's sound relies on a strong sense of collectivity, with each musician playing an important role in creating the music. The trademark of Haavisto's band is an energetic, ever-changing and evolving expression - each concert is a unique experience.
Jukka Haavisto and his band perform regularly on both domestic and international jazz stages, receiving praise for their distinctive and powerful energy. The ensemble has just released new material as a live recording, in which they take their expression deeper into the possibilities of melody and rhythm. Audiences can continue to expect full-bodied and surprising performances that combine technical skill with a pure passion for music.
Haavisto studied at the University of Stavanger, at the Institute of Music and Dance, where he graduated with a master's degree in Performing Music and Jazz Improvisation in 2016. Nowadays, he is recognized for his fretless bass playing, compositions in jazz fusion and world music fusion, and skillful improvisations. Jukka can be booked as a solo artist or with his band, as a session musician for studio work, or as a performer for concerts and tours in Finland, Scandinavia, and Europe. Additionally, private bass lessons can be arranged in his studio or through Zoom.
Jukka Haavisto has performed with many different artists and ensembles. Some of these include e.g. Jukka Haavisto Trio, Bossapoika, Beat, Bass & Bone, Heiskanen Bayatz Baharatz, VENHA, and Helsinki Headnod Convention. Jukka is an artist for Aguilar Amplification, Soundtools Oy, and Maruszczyk Instruments. His list of previous collaborators encompasses a wide range of musicians and composers such as Stein Inge Brækhus, Jouni Järvelä, Mikko Hassinen, Marouf Majidi, Mika Säily, Jarno E.J. Tikka, Marc Bernstein, Jussu Pöyhönen, Robin Methlie, and Johannes Ulveraker.
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