Tobias Stavngaard Sextet

  • "What sets the Tobias Stavngaard Sextet apart is their meticulous attention to detail and the compositional aspects of small-group jazz music."

    Michael Westmore, review on ‘Jazz Daily

  • "Stavngaard is on top of his material - he imparts calmness to the compositions that do not doubt or waver. He has an overview and exudes maturity."

    Niels Overgaard, review on ‘Jazznyt

  • "The compositions are marked by intricate arrangements and a deep sense of musicality, showcasing the ensemble’s commitment to pushing the boundaries of contemporary jazz."

    Michael Westmore, review on ‘Jazz Daily

All about the

compositional aspect

The music is inspired by the perception of form and development found in classical music, using these principles as tools to create longer and more meaningful structures. The result is a contemporary style of jazz that puts focus on the grand narratives in the music.

Based on

philosophical themes

“Historier om dette og hint” (2022)

“By the Last Man” (2023)

With two album releases, the band has explored two distinct philosophical themes, weaving a consistent thread throughout its repertoire.

Historier om dette og hint has been streamed more than a million times, and By the Last Man has been selected as 'Album of the Week' on Danish radio station P8 Jazz.

Meet the Band

  • Tobias Stavngaard

    TROMBONE & COMPOSITION

    One of the most active jazz trombonists in Scandinavia - read ‘biography

  • Jakob Sørensen

    TRUMPET

    Leader of the band Bagland and a regular member of Aarhus Jazz Orchestra

  • Aske Drasbæk

    ALTO & BARITONE SAXOPHONE

    Co-leader of the band Sünborn and five time winner of a Danish Music Award

  • Carl-Emil Dons Christensen

    PIANO

    Upcoming pianist living in Odense, Denmark.

  • William Mannerland

    DOUBLE BASS

    Swedish bassist currently studying at Manhattan School of Music in New York.

  • Nikolaj Bangsgaard

    DRUMS

    An active sideman in Denmark and a graduate of Manhattan School of Music in New York

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