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Guzheng Meets Jazz: Musicians Blend Ancient Sounds with Modern Rhythms

The stage is set for an unexpected musical journey—a fusion where the ancient melodies of the guzheng meet the vibrant beats of modern jazz. This unlikely collaboration brings together guzheng player Lucy Luan with jazz musicians Jakob Roland on bass and Henrik Holst on drums. Their shared mission: to experiment with new sonic landscapes and to build conversations through musical notes.

“When we hear the sounds of the traditional instruments, it takes us to a special place that is very unusual to us, so it’s a new way to feel music,” says Roland. The trio finds that despite the challenges of merging two distinct musical traditions, the essence of music—a universal language—allows them to exchange ideas and emotions seamlessly.

Luan, embracing the versatility of the guzheng, refuses to be confined by its traditional boundaries. “It’s a tool… It all depends on who’s playing it, and what you want to deliver to the audience,” she explains. Her approach to the instrument opens up possibilities that transcend cultural and musical norms.

As the trio continues to explore and push the boundaries of their respective musical backgrounds, they illustrate how music from different traditions and backgrounds can be woven together to create original and inspiring works. Their collaboration not only bridges cultural divides but also invites audiences into a new realm of musical experience, where the familiar meets the uncharted.

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