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Line-ups of Vilnius JJAZZ Ensemble
Vilnius JJAZZ Ensemble is a professional jazz orchestra founded in 2022 and led by composer Jievaras Jasinskis. Bringing together some of Lithuania’s most talented musicians and composers, the ensemble aims to expand the creative possibilities of Lithuanian jazz. The group performs in various formations – Big Band, eleven-piece, six-piece, and trio ensembles – each offering unique original programs and distinctive sounds.
“Jazz can be incredibly diverse,” says artistic director Jievaras Jasinskis. “I often hear that jazz isn’t for everyone, and I find it fascinating to challenge that idea. Why shouldn’t jazz include elements of contemporary music, rave, techno, rock, or folk? Our goal is to bring together like-minded jazz creators and musicians, providing them with a platform to explore and express themselves through jazz.”
Key Achievements:
- International Scene: Performances at Aarhus Jazz Festival, Tallinn Music Week, Luznava Jazz, a concert tour in Denmark, collaboration with composer Kenneth Dahl Knudsen, premiere and recording of his ARDM composition dedicated to Vilnius JJAZZ Ensemble.
- Lithuanian Scene: Original program with the St. Christopher Chamber Orchestra, release of Odd Numbers (an album featuring nine JJAZZ composers), music for the film “Vilnius Poker”, and performances at Lithuania’s major jazz festivals (Nida Jazz, Šiauliai Jazz, Vilnius MAMA Jazz, Marijampolė Jazz, Mažeikiai Cultural Festival, Broma Jazz, Šiauliai Big Band Festival).
Discography:
- American Stories – 2022 (LP, digital)
- Saxcess – 2023 (digital)
- Deadly Dance – 2024 (LP, digital)
- RAVENJAZZ – 2024 (digital)
- Odd Numbers – 2025 (Double LP, digital)