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.