INTERNATIONAL JAZZ PLATFORM
INTERNATIONAL JAZZ PLATFORM
Slovenian pianist and composer known for her innovative blend of jazz, classical music, and free improvisation.
She has been a prominent figure in the European music scene, particularly in Amsterdam’s improvisational community. Draksler has performed widely across Europe and worked with several acclaimed artists, including Susana Santos Silva, and formed the trio Punkt.vrt.plastik. Throughout her career, she has released notable works like the album Gledalec with her octet and garnered recognition, including the Dutch Deloitte Jazz Award and the German Jazz Prize for her trio. Her compositions often fuse jazz, classical modernism, and Balkan folk influences, creating a distinctive and expressive sound.
American drummer, composer, and producer celebrated for her dynamic fusion of jazz traditions with indie and experimental music. Growing up in a musical household, she was drawn to the drums at the age of two.
Her versatility and innovative approach to music have earned her recognition, including the Harlem Stage Emerging Artist Award in 2019.
Harris continues to be a prominent figure in both jazz and experimental music scenes, known for her engaging performances and contributions to contemporary music.
Polish trumpeter and composer renowned for his expressive playing and innovative fusion of jazz, Eastern European folk, and avant-garde influences. He plays both the trumpet and the balkan horn, a vintage instrument that adds a unique timbre to his performances.
As a bandleader, Dąbrowski formed the TOM TRIO, which released the acclaimed album “Tom Trio” in 2012. He has also led ensembles such as “The Individual Beings,” reflecting his dedication to pushing musical boundaries. In 2019, he was honored with a scholarship from the Polish Ministry of Culture and National Heritage, and in 2013, he was named “Musician of the Year” by the Danish Jazz Musicians Association.
Belgian jazz musician, composer, and improviser renowned for his mastery of the saxophone (alto, soprano, and tenor), flute, and bansuri (a traditional Indian bamboo flute). Based in Brussels, Hermia’s musical journey is characterized by a seamless blend of jazz traditions with diverse world music influences, including Indian, Arabic, and African sounds.
Beyond performance, Hermia actively engages in music education and community initiatives, serving as vice-president of the Jeunesses musicales de la Fédération Wallonie-Bruxelles since 2011 and participating in the SABAM’s board of directors since 2013.
Norwegian jazz bassist, composer, and bandleader renowned for his innovative contributions to contemporary jazz.
As a bandleader, Zanussi formed the quintet Zanussi Five in 2001, which has released several albums, including “Ghost Dance” in 2010. He also leads the big band Zanussi 13 and has been involved in various ensembles such as MZN3, Trespass Trio, and the Crimetime Orchestra. His collaborations span a wide range of artists, including Hamid Drake, Louis Moholo, Paal Nilssen-Love, and Mats Gustafsson.
