Marius Neset

In April 2011, Norwegian-born/Copenhagen-based saxophonist Marius Neset released his debut album Golden Xplosion which led to the saxophonist and composer becoming one of the most talked about newcomers on the European jazz scene. Described by Terje Mosnes (Dagbladet) as "the most talented Norwegian saxophonist since Jan Garbarek," he has continued to dazzle audiences across Europe with his exemplary technique, energetic creativity, imagination and virtuosity on tenor and soprano saxophones, as well as his brilliance as a composer of intricate, compelling music.

His subsequent releases - Birds (2013) and a large-ensemble project with the Trondheim Jazz Orchestra entitled Lion (2014) - have proved that Neset is on his way to being one of the biggest new draws on the circuit. With three years of heavy touring behind him, including sold out shows at some of Europe's most prestigious festivals including North Sea Jazz, Stuttgart Jazzopen and Kongsberg Jazz Festival.