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Artist
Bévort 3
12+ albums
danishjazz
about
Known for her intense and creative approach to the saxophone, multi award-winning instrumentalist, composer and orchestra leader Pernille Bévort's trio project Bévort 3 was named 'Ensemble of the Year' at 2022's Danish Music Awards. Apart from Pernille on the saxophone the trio also includes the outstanding musicians Morten Ankarfeldt on bass and Espen Laub von Lillienskjold on drums. Together, they create a soundscape that exudes personality, dynamism, and creativity. Bévort 3 represents the essence of modern jazz, where tradition and innovation meet in a vibrant musical universe. With the release of their upcoming album, A Cup of Joe, the trio Bévort 3 marks the 25th anniversary of the death of Joe Henderson, one of jazz's central figures. Here, Pernille Bévort draws inspiration from Henderson's universe and compositions, while the music clearly bears her own personal signature. The album will be released in January 2026 and promises a musical experience full of surprises, energy, and presence. Pernille's trio Bévort 3 moves from the cool swinging to the bluesy and Nordic sounding in a sparkling trio format, which has earned them recognition both at home and abroad. In this trio Bévort has found a forum where she can express herself freely and imaginative with her strong 'playmates' Morten Ankarfeldt on bass and Espen Laub von Lillienskjold on drums. Within the last five years Bévort 3 has released several critically acclaimed albums, including "On Fire" (2021), "Live
