Author: Mads Tolling

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Thank you so much to Strings Magazine and Greg Cahill for his two-page Interview and review of my new album, Masters of Jazz Violin. The album was recorded with guitarist Jacob Fischer and bassist Matthias Petri, and it features music associated and written by some of my heroes growing up, including Svend Asmussen, Stephane Grappelli, and Jean-Luc Ponty.

Mads Tolling Interview and Review in Strings Magazine 2025

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Two-time Grammy Award-winning violinist Mads Tolling releases Masters of Jazz Violin, a heartfelt tribute to the jazz violinists who shaped his musical journey. This album features compositions written or associated with jazz greats Stéphane Grappelli, Jean-Luc Ponty, Svend Asmussen, Stuff Smith, and others. Joining Tolling on this recording are fellow world-class Danish musicians Jacob Fischer on guitar and Matthias Petri on bass, delivering a dynamic and expressive performance that honors jazz violin’s rich legacy.

  • Essential listening for fans of jazz violin, including Stéphane Grappelli, Jean-Luc Ponty, and Svend Asmussen.
  • A fresh take on jazz violin classics with stunning virtuosity and deep musical expression.
  • Mads Tolling is a two-time Grammy Award-Winner and tours regularly with Bob Weir & Wolf Bros.
  • CD RELEASE SHOWS on April 4 @ Throckmorton Theatre, Mill Valley, April 18 @ Hillside Club, Berkeley, May 22 @ Keys Jazz in San Francisco, and June 5 @ Sand Box, Monterey – all featuring renowned guitarist Bruce Forman.

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Cool Yule was released in 2023 and is back with performances around California in 2024. Cool Yule has also made it to the first round of Grammy Voting, where it is in the category Best Instrumental album. My Favorite Things is in Best Jazz Performance and Best Arrangement categories.

Featured on the album are the Mads Men and the multitalented Danish vocalist Sonny Fredie Pedersen on the title track. Check it out HERE

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The holiday season is about to get a lot more musical! We are thrilled to announce the upcoming release of Grammy Award-winning violinist Mads Tolling’s new Christmas album, Cool Yule. This album is set to bring a fresh and vibrant sound to your holiday celebrations.

‘Cool Yule’ promises to be a unique blend of traditional holiday melodies infused with Mads’ signature jazz and classical influences. Mads visits his childhood with melodies from his hometown of Copenhagen, Denmark, along with songs from Sweden, Norway and Iceland. Expect enchanting arrangements, soulful renditions, and a touch of festive cheer that only Mads Tolling can deliver.

Pre-Order Your Copy Today! Don’t wait until the last minute. Secure your copy of ‘Cool Yule’ now and be among the first to experience Mads Tolling’s magical holiday tunes. Your choice of listening can be found  here: https://lnk.fuga.com/madstolling_coolyule and Pre-order the CD here: https://a.co/d/9ywrdcy

 

 

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Mads has debuted a new project with bandoneon player, Åsbjørg Ryeng. Åsbjørg lives in Trondheim, Norway, and she is a masterful performer and arranger of the Argetinian tango and Astor Piazzolla’s Nuevo Tango. The two performed at Frederiksværk Musikfestival outside of Copenhagen and Ulriksholms Castle in Fyn in 2022.

Listen to their interpretation of Carlos di Sarli’s “Nada” here: https://youtu.be/Ns_982nGoG8

 

 

 

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Bobby Weir and the band was in great form as the month long tour ended at Radio City Music Hall in NYC with two concerts on April 2 & 3. On Saturday night bassist Ron Carter sat in along with vocalists Tyler Childers and Brittney Spencer.
Guitarist John Mayer was the surprise guest on Sunday night. Thank you to my Wolf Pack brothers and Wolf Bros for such a great time on the road!

Photo by Jay Blakesberg