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Fredrik Kronkvist
He is leading his own band where he presents a quartet, consisting of musicians from the vanguard of today
Awards
Newcomer of the Year by Swedish National Radio 2003 International Jazz 2003 by Jazz Hoeilart Belgium
Gear
alto: Selmer MK6 -55
soprano: Selmer MK6
tenor: Selmer MK6 -62
Vandoren Reeds V16
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Martin Sjöstedt & Stockholm Jazz Orchestra: Horizon
by Neil Duggan
The Stockholm Jazz Orchestra has been together since 1984--40 years at this writing. That is quite an achievement. especially in an age where large ensembles make little financial sense. In 1986, Bob Brookmeyer joined the band as a guest, eventually leading to his compositions featuring on their debut album, Dreams (Dragon, 1988). Subsequently, they have played with artists such as Maria Schneider and The Yellowjackets and undertaken numerous worldwide tours. Operating similarly to a jazz collective, all the ...
read moreFredrik Kronkvist: Altitude
by Jack Bowers
There's a thriving jazz community in Sweden, some of whose roots are planted firmly in the bop idiom, and young alto saxophonist Fredrik Kronkvist's quartet, which follows that path, is about as accomplished as any you're likely to hear in this country.
Kronkvist himself comes from a line that began with Bird, continued through the Sonnys Criss and Stitt, Jackie McLean, Phil Woods, Lou Donaldson, Cannonball Adderley, Charles McPherson, Herb Geller and Frank Morgan to such younger contemporaries as Gary ...
read moreFredrik Kronkvist Quartet Releases "Constant Continuum"
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Michael Ricci
Fredrik Kronkvist from Sweden is considered as one of the finest contemporary alto saxophonists on the international jazz scene of today. He's known for his vigorous, virtuoso style with a never-ending flow of ideas. On his sparkling new album Constant Continuum he displays his versatile skills as a composer and an improviser. Fredrik and his band, which consists of some of Scandinavia's most excellent musicians, takes the audience to a unique personal musical landscape that touches both intellect and soul. ...
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Jazzreview: "With his smoking attack and drive, Kronkvist has raised the bar a few notches"
"He is always in the moment"
"Kronkvist being one of many excellent musicians who continue to improve and push the envelope"
"A very much in demand musician"
Jazz Stage: "one of the most exciting young soloists coming out of Sweden in recent years"
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Music
Recordings: As Leader | As Sideperson