HENRIK JENSEN TRIO. FEAT. ESBEN TJALVE & DAVE SMITH
‘The release of Above Your House signals the beginning of an exciting new chapter in the career and discography of Danish bassist, Henrik Jensen’ ‘If the trio attain this level of empathy and interaction in the confines of the recording studio, then the live performances by the trio will surely be the must hear gigs of the year’ Nick Lea, Jazzviews.
The Henrik Jensen Trio is a refined and dynamic jazz ensemble that brings together three exceptional talents in European jazz. At its core is Danish bassist and composer Henrik Jensen, whose melodic sensibility and thoughtful compositions provide the foundation for the trio’s sound. He is joined by Esben Tjalve on piano, whose harmonic elegance and cinematic touch add emotional depth, and Dave Smith on drums, whose rhythmic precision and adventurous spirit give the music its pulse and momentum.
Together, the trio crafts music that is lyrical yet exploratory, blending the intimacy of chamber jazz with the spontaneity of improvisation. Their performances balance subtle nuance with bold expression—each piece unfolding like a conversation, full of texture, interplay, and storytelling. With their 2024 debut album Above Your House, the Henrik Jensen Trio has established itself as a compelling voice in modern jazz, inviting audiences into a sound world that is both serene and strikingly alive.