Hoff Somsen Lindholm

Jan Gunnar Hoff - Piano
Jasper Somsen - Double Bass
Carsten Lindholm - Drums

A brand new exciting piano trio has entered the European jazz scene: Hoff Somsen Lindholm. Jan Gunnar Hoff (NOR), Jasper Somsen (NL) and Carsten Lindholm (DK) share their love of Nordic Jazz, mixed with strong influences of both the American Jazz tradition and European classical music.

The original music of this strong Dutch-Scandinavian trio is characterized by its communicative openness, stylistic diversity and aesthetic expressiveness, in which their lyrical compositions unfold in a flow of improvisational forces. Jan Gunnar, Jasper and Carsten share a positive attitude in life, which reflects clearly in their compositions, improvisations and their upclose and personal performance.

After their first encounter in Bayreuth in September 2023, the trio decided to get into the studio to record their debut album. "Northwest" was recorded, mixed and mastered in the beautiful Millfactory Studios, Copenhagen by engineer Boe Larsen. Before and after the album release the trio performed in Norway, Corsica (France), Germany and the historically famous Jazzhus Montmartre, Copenhagen.

"Northwest" (Sept. 2024, Challenge Records) is highly acclaimed by the international media.

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All three musicians are equal in the musical process and contribute in the same measures with improvisations and compositions. It is all about communication – the art of listening and reacting and so forcing each other deeper into the essence of the performed tune. This new jazz trio is a welcome addition to an already rich European jazz scene and will soon find followers around the globe.
After hearing their debut album, I can already say: I am a fan! Wulf Müller (GER)

Anyone who has even a little empathy and can listen to music will recognize the greatness of this art. The beautiful sound of the album and the virtuosity of the instrumentalists are captivating.
Jazz-Fun, GER (Jacek Brun) ... Read more >>

Northwest has both the Nordic freshness and the warm-hearted feeling in it to charm with its authenticity and melodic vibes.
Jazz'halo, BE (Bernard Lefevre) ... Read More >>

All three men are experienced and versatile musicians, creating a collective atmosphere, leaving space for one another. There is a beautiful composition by Somsen, So Long, in which the melancholy of farewell is strikingly expressed.
Jazzism, NL (Coen de Jonge) ... Read more >>

Their debut album shows from the beginning that these three musicians are playing together on equal terms. And the range is enormous. A great album, which sounds excellent. A must-listen!
Hören und Fühlen, GER (Claus Volke) ... Read more >>

Hoff – Somsen – Lindholm have in a short time developed into a trio with great authority and range.
Nettavisen, NOR (Tor Hammerø) ... Read more >> 


It pays off when such experienced musicians join forces ... the common unified expression as well as improvisational power complement each other ... it is precisely here that the understanding between the three musicians becomes apparent.
Musik an Sich, GER (Wolfgang Giese) ... Read more >>

On the album Northwest, Gunnar Hoff, Somsen and Lindholm prove that they are the unmistakable ambassadors of Scandinavian jazz where harmonic melodies, solid interplay and coherent performances are the most important ingredients.
Music Frames, NL ... Read more >>

Lyrical sounds, warm melodies and subtle interplay, especially during the individual musicians' solo performances, characterize this blend of American role models and Nordic musical expression.
NaDann, GER ... Read more >>

High-class trio Jazz. Tight interplay, good songs and strong soloists. Who could ask for anything more?
Bodø Jazz Open Festival, NOR (Kjell Nordeng) ... Read more >>

Three of a kind: Instant and intense interplay, full of power and expressiveness without completely abandoning the lyrical setting.
Gerd Harthus (GER) - Concert blog Bodø Jazz Open, Norway ... Read more >>

Hoff Somsen Lindholm demonstrated the excellence of their technical and compositional qualities. The piano oscillated between water and fire, the double bass thunder and purrs and the drums balanced everything with rhythm and sounds that were sometimes fragmentary or lascivious.
Jazz Equinoxe, Corsica, FR (Michele Maestracci)

Biographies Hoff Somsen Lindholm (PDF)


(c) 2023 photos by Boe Larsen

BOOKINGS & MANAGEMENT:
Carsten Lindholm (World)
Jasper Somsen (The Netherlands and UK)

HSL Technical Rider and Stage Plan (PDF)