The Silva Kallionpää Quartet, a fusion of four unique musicians that has been active since 2017, is not afraid to test its limits. The group’s distinctive collective sound and formula-breaking expression both touch and challenge listeners universally, regardless of background. Compositions that draw from modern jazz and sometimes end up on undefined paths frame the ensemble’s conversational work. In Kallionpää’s compositions, his open-minded views are influenced not only by jazz but also by art pop and electronic music. Silva Kallionpää Quartet’s debut album Unadaptable was released in 2022 via Eclipse Music to a positive reception, and the group has attracted interest in both the domestic and international jazz community. Since its release, the band has reached audiences at festivals such as ILMIÖ, Raahe Rantajatsi, Philly Joe’s Jazzclub in Tallinn, the main stage at Odysseus Festival, We Jazz Festival and Tampere Jazz Happening. “The old truth is: jazz is the sound of surprise. It is, at its best.” (Kari Salminen, Turun Sanomat 15.06.2023) “I can’t think of another band that comes even close with its identity.” (Janne Tarmio, Jazzrytmit 05.11.2023).
