Håvard Wiik Trio
Håvard Wiik Trio
Saturday, February 20, 2010 9:00pm
Concert Series
Winterruption runs February 19 - 27 on Granville Island.
A unique twist on the Canadian winter festival! While most of the country is snowed under, winter in Vancouver is a distinctive yet unpredictable mix. Whatever the weather, you can expect a fabulous festival on Granville Island. At this multifaceted arts and culture festival, discover Granville Island’s distinct creative community and much, much more!
About the Artists
One of Norway’s most extraordinary artists, pianist/composer Håvard Wiik first made his mark in Vancouver at the Jazz Festival with the Scandinavian powerhouse quintet Atomic several years ago. His sensitive, lyrical playing and ability to traverse mainstream traditions while plying more open approaches was a hit with audiences. Besides Atomic, Wiik also works with Free Fall (Ken Vandermark, Ingebrigt Haker Flaten), Atomic Schooldays, a duo with Hakon Kornstad, and a new project with Axel Dorner and Fredrik Ljungqvist. He’s also collaborated with jazz giants Joe Lovano, Kenny Wheeler, and Lee Konitz. His acclaimed new trio finds him performing with Hakon Mjaset Johansen drums and Ole Morten Vågan bass, and together they present a fresh view on the classic piano trio format. The group’s CD The Arcades Project (Jazzland) finds Wiik on top of his game as composer, pianist, and bandleader. Thanks to Royal Norwegian Embassy in Canada
Ticket information
$20.00
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