Master’s degree concert: Susanna Aleksandra Quartet “The Siren”
Susanna Aleksandra is one of Estonia’s leading singers who enchants audiences and makes jazz approachable for all listeners. She plays with lyrics and melodies, swaying on the waves of traditional, modern and Latin jazz.
You can watch a free live stream of the concert on Youtube, 17 November, 19–20:15.
The second album, “Souls of the Night” (Blue Gleam) of Susanna, who actively works on her own music, was published in March 2020. The international release of this album took place under the title “The Siren” by Eclipse Music. Premier Finnish musicians Joonas Haavisto, Joonas Tuuri and Ville Pynssi play on the album and in the concert.
In spring 2020, Susanna spent one semester studying in Los Angeles, United States, under the guidance of Grammy award nominee Sara Gazarek and Grammy winners Vince Mendoza and Bob Mintzer. Currently, Susanna is finishing her Master’s degree studies at Sibelius Academy under Jukkis Uotila and Aija Puurtinen.
“Smooth, effortless, and accessible without ever being bland, this is a mainstream jazz album to treasure, with Aleksandra a real talent to watch. You’ll be happy to fall under The Siren’s spell.” Kevin Whitlock, Jazzwise.
Performers
Susanna Aleksandra, vocals
Joonas Haavisto, piano
Joonas Tuuri, bass
Ville Pynssi, drums
Further information: Eeva Hohti
Music – of a more recent variety
The students of the Sibelius Academy perform in over 700 concerts each year. The concerts of the internationally renowned academy open doors for future top artists and offer unforgettable experiences.
You can watch a free live stream of the concert on Youtube, 17 November, 19–20:15.
The second album, “Souls of the Night” (Blue Gleam) of Susanna, who actively works on her own music, was published in March 2020. The international release of this album took place under the title “The Siren” by Eclipse Music. Premier Finnish musicians Joonas Haavisto, Joonas Tuuri and Ville Pynssi play on the album and in the concert.
In spring 2020, Susanna spent one semester studying in Los Angeles, United States, under the guidance of Grammy award nominee Sara Gazarek and Grammy winners Vince Mendoza and Bob Mintzer. Currently, Susanna is finishing her Master’s degree studies at Sibelius Academy under Jukkis Uotila and Aija Puurtinen.
“Smooth, effortless, and accessible without ever being bland, this is a mainstream jazz album to treasure, with Aleksandra a real talent to watch. You’ll be happy to fall under The Siren’s spell.” Kevin Whitlock, Jazzwise.
Performers
Susanna Aleksandra, vocals
Joonas Haavisto, piano
Joonas Tuuri, bass
Ville Pynssi, drums
Further information: Eeva Hohti
Music – of a more recent variety
The students of the Sibelius Academy perform in over 700 concerts each year. The concerts of the internationally renowned academy open doors for future top artists and offer unforgettable experiences.