Filip Jers

(Sweden) → Scandinavian jazz and improvisation

A leading figure of jazz harmonica in Northern Europe. With flawless technique and a modern language, he blends tradition and innovation.

Filip Jers is one of the most famous harmonica players in the world and a well-known name in the Swedish music scene. His way of playing the harmonica is unique for its artistry and sound, full of emotion and playfulness. His musical palette is lyrical, colorful, and full of contrasts. Jers was the first harmonica player to graduate from the Royal Academy of Music in Stockholm and has performed in over 30 countries around the world. In 2016, he received the Swedish Radio Jazzkatten award for Musician of the Year.

On this occasion, he will be joined by a world-class acoustic guitar player: fellow Swede EMIL ERNEBRO.