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Alawari

Simon Forchhammer

Simon Forchhammer is a Danish drummer and composer renowned for his dynamic contributions to the European jazz and experimental music scenes. Based in Copenhagen, he is an integral member of several innovative ensembles, including Alawari, the Mia Dyberg Trio, the Red Gazelle Trio, and the Hein Westgaard Trio.

With Alawari, Forchhammer contributed to the debut album *Leviathan* (2024), which garnered critical acclaim for its intricate arrangements and emotional depth. The ensemble's compelling synthesis of jazz, classical, and folk idioms earned them the Danish Music Award Jazz for 'Newcomer of the Year' in 2022

Alawari: Leviathan

by Troy Dostert
December 12, 2024

Although Denmark's Alawari has been a known quantity in Europe since its founding in 2016, the group has yet to achieve the visibility it deserves elsewhere--but maybe that will change with Leviathan, the band's sophomore release. Filled with dense arrangements belying the sextet's diminutive size, emotionally resonant themes and fine musicianship, Alawari has crafted a gem ...

Alawari

By Alawari

Label: April Records
Released: 2022
Track listing: Flimmer; Koral; Hvalen; Misundelse; Sunes Hit; Etude; Stone; Elegi; Sorg Pt. 1; Sorg Pt. 2; Revolution.

Alawari: Alawari

by Troy Dostert
April 28, 2022

For signs of the vibrancy and creativity of jazz coming out of Denmark, look no further than Alawari, a group whose self-titled debut forges a compelling synthesis of jazz, classical and folk idioms. Often sounding like a much larger ensemble than its septet format would suggest, Alawari takes some chances too, especially with its use of ...