Sibis Jazz Ensemble with Immanuel Wilkins (US)
Immanuel Wilkins is an American saxophonist, composer, arranger, and bandleader.
While growing up in the Philadelphia area, he played in his church and programs dedicated to teaching jazz music, such as the Clef Club of Jazz and Performing Arts. Immanuel moved to New York in 2015 and attended The Juilliard School, where he studied with saxophonists Bruce Williams and Joe Temperley. By immersing himself in the scene at a young age with the guidance of various mentors like Winton Marsalis, Jason Moran, and Ambrose Akinmusire, he continues to pursue his goals of being a force in music and society today.
His mission is to create a sound that has a profound spiritual and emotional impact and to become a great leader in the lineage of jazz musicians throughout history. Through studying the human pathos of the music and the culture of jazz, he aspires to bring people together through the commonality of love and belief in this music.
Immanuel Wilkins is a Blue Note artist, and he released his latest album, “The 7th Hand,” in 2022.
The ensemble will play selected compositions from his highly praised album “Omega,” accompanied by carefully picked jazz standards.
Performers
- Immanuel Wilkins, alto saxophone
- Rafa Postel, trumpet
- Sami Leponiemi, tenor saxophone
- Samuli Rautiainen, piano
- Jussi Hovilainen, bass
- Arttu Huopainen, drums
Further information: Jussi Kannaste, jussi.kannaste@uniarts.fi
Studying Jazz at the Sibelius Academy
The jazz music students at the University of the Arts Helsinki Sibelius Academy form a community of like-minded jazz talents. The faculty includes Finland’s leading jazz musicians and numerous international stars. The program is particularly known for its rich array of masterclasses, featuring visits from many of the brightest stars and legends in the world of jazz. In addition to studies, the program organizes concerts, the annual DIG. festival, and collaborates closely with many other Finnish jazz organizations. The Sibelius Academy’s jazz education is also part of the international community of jazz schools. After graduation, students can further their studies in the doctoral studies in jazz music, specializing in scientific, artistic, or applied doctoral studies.
Learn more about studying jazz music
Mannerheimintie renovation project
Access to the Musiikkitalo from the direction of Mannerheimintie will be difficult. We recommend that you allow enough time for your arrival and use the entrance on the side of Kansalaistori if possible. According to current information, the entrance to Mannerheimintie will also remain in use throughout the renovation, but pedestrian routes can be challenging at times.
While growing up in the Philadelphia area, he played in his church and programs dedicated to teaching jazz music, such as the Clef Club of Jazz and Performing Arts. Immanuel moved to New York in 2015 and attended The Juilliard School, where he studied with saxophonists Bruce Williams and Joe Temperley. By immersing himself in the scene at a young age with the guidance of various mentors like Winton Marsalis, Jason Moran, and Ambrose Akinmusire, he continues to pursue his goals of being a force in music and society today.
His mission is to create a sound that has a profound spiritual and emotional impact and to become a great leader in the lineage of jazz musicians throughout history. Through studying the human pathos of the music and the culture of jazz, he aspires to bring people together through the commonality of love and belief in this music.
Immanuel Wilkins is a Blue Note artist, and he released his latest album, “The 7th Hand,” in 2022.
The ensemble will play selected compositions from his highly praised album “Omega,” accompanied by carefully picked jazz standards.
Performers
- Immanuel Wilkins, alto saxophone
- Rafa Postel, trumpet
- Sami Leponiemi, tenor saxophone
- Samuli Rautiainen, piano
- Jussi Hovilainen, bass
- Arttu Huopainen, drums
Further information: Jussi Kannaste, jussi.kannaste@uniarts.fi
Studying Jazz at the Sibelius Academy
The jazz music students at the University of the Arts Helsinki Sibelius Academy form a community of like-minded jazz talents. The faculty includes Finland’s leading jazz musicians and numerous international stars. The program is particularly known for its rich array of masterclasses, featuring visits from many of the brightest stars and legends in the world of jazz. In addition to studies, the program organizes concerts, the annual DIG. festival, and collaborates closely with many other Finnish jazz organizations. The Sibelius Academy’s jazz education is also part of the international community of jazz schools. After graduation, students can further their studies in the doctoral studies in jazz music, specializing in scientific, artistic, or applied doctoral studies.
Learn more about studying jazz music
Mannerheimintie renovation project
Access to the Musiikkitalo from the direction of Mannerheimintie will be difficult. We recommend that you allow enough time for your arrival and use the entrance on the side of Kansalaistori if possible. According to current information, the entrance to Mannerheimintie will also remain in use throughout the renovation, but pedestrian routes can be challenging at times.