Purpur

Purpur is an ensemble consisting of seven young women with diverse musical backgrounds in jazz, pop, and folk. Together, they create an exploratory soundscape where Danish-language lyrics and melodic wind arrangements meet pulsating rhythms. They make the most of their large ensemble to create tightly arranged music, combined with the freedom and improvisation of the jazz world. Purpur embraces the melancholic, Nordic sound and invites the listener into a dynamic, festive community reminiscent of roots and folk music. 

Line-up:

Signe Bang Nielsen (vocals, percussion), Lea Haun Lund (vocals/live electronics), Sophie Balund (trumpet/flugelhorn), Elvine Witt Melchiorsen (saxophone/flute), Maria Eppler (piano/vocals), Cille Kjærsgaard Larsen (bass), Sille Frost Pedersen (drums).