PAAL NILSSEN – LOVE CIRCUS

Juliana Venter: vocals
Thomas Johansson: trumpet
Signe Emmeluth: alto sax
Kalle Moberg: accordeon
Christian Meaas Svendsen: bass
Paal Nilssen-Love: drums 

Paal Nilssen-Love, renowned Norwegian drummer and jazz composer, is the leader of Circus. Inspired by Ethiopian, Brazilian, Malian and Senegalese traditions, he composed the group’s music. Originally using a fixed setlist, Nilssen-Love now encourages improvisation, allowing musicians to play any section of any song at any time. This results in unique and dynamic performances characterised by organised chaos, embodying his universalistic musical ethos that fosters creativity and collaboration.