“Like breathtaking Nordic Lights”
-WAZ (DE)
“Magical music with weightless melodies”
-Der Stern (DE)
“Currently one of Europe’s best jazz trios”
-DPA Germany
Emil Brandqvist is a composer who dares to place melodic beauty in the limelight, creating atmospheric jazz inspired by both folk and classical traditions. Together with pianist Tuomas A. Turunen and bassist Max Thornberg, Brandqvist forms a cohesive trio whose signature sound is flowing, dynamic piano jazz.
Emil Brandqvist Trio’s new album Poems for Travellers was released in April 2025 and immediately reached #1 on the German Jazz Charts. While their previous albums have featured guest musicians and varied line-ups, this is a pure trio recording — an intimate dialogue among three musicians, centered on Brandqvist’s delicate, expressive compositions.
With seven albums released on Skip Records, Emil Brandqvist Trio has established itself as one of Europe’s most exciting jazz ensembles. Glowing reviews, TV appearances, and over 50 million streams on major platforms testify to their growing international recognition. Renowned for their captivating live performances, the trio has become a fixture at major jazz festivals in Germany and has brought their music to audiences across Europe.
