Jazz Articles about Jonah Evans

About Jonah Evans

Album Review

Kasper Rietkerk: The Happy Worrier

Read "The Happy Worrier" reviewed by Neil Duggan

by Neil Duggan
July 8, 2025

The Happy Worrier is the second album from saxophonist Kasper Rietkerk. Originally from the Netherlands, Rietkerk has become a firmly established figure in the UK jazz scene since completing his master's degree at London's Royal Academy of Music in 2023. The album's creation was made possible through Rietkerk's receipt of the inaugural Brubeck Living Legacy Prize. This award honors the enduring influence of Dave Brubeck, whose legacy extends far beyond his remarkable musical catalogue to encompass his conviction ...

Album Review

Kasper Rietkerk: The Island

Read "The Island" reviewed by Neil Duggan

by Neil Duggan
June 23, 2024

For many musicians, releasing their first album as a leader represents the high point of their career to that point. Even though it is daunting, alto saxophonist Kasper Rietkerk takes it all in his stride, making it seem straightforward. He brings his sextet, KRSIX, top-quality guest musicians and a string quartet to the studio to record eight of his compositions for The Island. Previously, he had played lead alto in the National Youth Jazz Orchestra of the Netherlands, released two ...