Lundgren Jan: Flowers of Sendai 2014

Jan Lundgren is a part of a long tradition of innovative Scandinavian pianists. Inspired by Folk Music tradition and jazz improvisation, he quickly immersed himself into the entire Piano tradition and built himself a strong reputation in Sweden. ""Flowers Of Sendai"" highlights Lundgren"'s powers as a composer. Long-time bandmate Mattias Svensson also contributes two pieces to the album, a showcase for the incomparable qualities of the JLT. Together with his trio, Lundgren improvises melodic while rhythmically intricate music with complex harmonies and structures. With ""Flowers Of Sendai"", Lundgren reaches the top flight of pianists working in today"'s jazz scene.